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It had subtle humor and I loved it. For some reason it was just me and a bunch of seemingly 40+ year old men in the theatre and were all just commentating which made me enjoy the movie a little more. It was a minimalist movie, especially as far as sci-fi movies go. I called Prospect a minimalist sci-fi but this made me feel like I mischaracterized it. It felt like a mature little version of the 2011 movie, Paul, which I haven't seen in years now.

It also feels a little lovely to see elderly people get their own movie in the genre(if there was one or more made already, I haven't seen them). Also Harriet Sansom Harris kept reminding me of Aunt Lydia from Handmaid's Tale and I couldn't unsee it. I also loved the irony of Milton stressing over his flowers and not the alien visitor, added a little charm to a character that was already a gem.

It, of course, still is a fiction movie but it was very realistic in regard to the story; capturing believable human behavior and reactions to the events that unfolded. It's paced pretty slow but I was still pretty fun, it's an unexpected gem of a movie. One thing that surprised me is it didn't feel like a sci-fi movie as well, you don't have to like the genre to enjoy this.

Jules looked like your typical alien being, bald, short with a big head and weird eyes, although not so green. Jules raising his hands in toddler-like gesture was soo cute and adorable too. It's a more touching film that I expected. It didn't end the way I expected, or atleast initially, there were probably two points at which the movie could've ended, but it didn't feel like a drag. It's not a movie for everyone, it's pretty simple and minimalistic. Opting for a more toned down vibe without grand climaxes, but despite that, I genuinely enjoyed its unassuming charm.

No mind blowing special effects, no earth shattering explosions, no car chases, just a slow burn quirky small town film with a lot of heart.

As someone with a lifelong love of Sci-Fi who is fast approaching retirement age I could identify with the characters in this film. Ben Kingsley's portrayal of Milton is spot on and the inclusion of. Jane Curtin, who was known for her role in the Conehead sketches as Prymaat, is a nice little Easter egg that may go unnoticed by some. Plus there are subtle references to E. T. Alf, Men In Black, and even tangentially, Flight of the Navigator, there may even be others I missed.

Many sci-fi fans are fast approaching the autumn of their lives, and far too many science fiction movies overlook this segment of their audience. Good intelligent science fiction featuring older actors and mature story lines are few and far between.

Though the plots are significantly different, this film somewhat reminded me of Robot & Frank (2012), staring Frank Langella and Susan Sarandon. If you like Jules I would recommend that you check out Robot & Frank.

The science fiction part of this movie is strictly background to a story about three elderly, single people in a small US town. The story was particularly relevant in that I just turned 70 and am starting to be faced with similar challenges to Ben Kingsley´s character. As we are all are as we age.

The crash of an alien space ship in his garden leaves the 78 year old confused more than frightened, 911 are not interested and when he mentions the event at a local council meeting they ignore him.

The alien is a friendly little guy who watches TV with protagonist and eats apples. Of course, the government is looking to locate the space ship but that again is background. The story is about an aging man and couple of aging ladies who find develop a friendship through the need to protect and care for the alien.

A very enjoyable little movie with convincing acting.

Greetings again from the darkness. Senior citizens sometimes nearly cease to exist for the outside world, or at best, are humored in a 'there-there' manner. So, what do you think happens when an elderly gentleman in a small western Pennsylvania town repeats the same suggestions at multiple City Council meetings, and then, in a nonchalant way, mentions that a spaceship crash-landed in his backyard, damaging his azaleas and birdbath? Right, others just shrug and move on, assuming the ol' geezer is just imagining things.

But what if the old man is not imagining? What if that spaceship/UFO did crush his azaleas and he's now being quite hospitable and nursing the injured alien back to health? Well, that's the story here in the first feature film screenplay from Gavin Steckler ("Review") in a film directed by Marc Turtletaub, best known as a Producer on such fine films as THE FAREWELL (2019), LOVING (2016), and LITTLE MISS SUNSHINE (2006).

Oscar winner Ben Kingsley plays Milton Robinson, a gentle soul and widower whose veterinarian daughter Denise (Zoe Winters, "Succession") helps him out with finances, while also encouraging him to see a doctor in hopes that he'll agree to move into an assisted living home. We see her concerns as Milton is forgetful and repetitive and lonely ... yet we also see his insistence on maintaining independence. Obviously, this is a situation many families deal with on a daily basis.

Things get really interesting when a couple of the other town elders become involved. Sandy (Harriet Sanson Harris) is the chipper do-gooder who is always trying to better the community, while Joyce (Jane Curtin) is the nosy one who wants to know everyone's business. Watching these three deal with the quiet and calm alien they name Jules is almost a therapeutic experience in bonding over a secret.

Mostly a charming, feel-good movie, Ms. Curtin does deliver a dose of comedy with her rendition of "Free Bird", and having Milton admit to three jaywalking tickets while addressing the City Council is a nice touch. This little film is full of kindness - unless you are a cat - and most will recognize that sliced apples take the place of Reese's Pieces. It's likely the most pleasant and easy-going science fiction movie we've seen ... at least until the few moments when the government is involved. Let's hope we would all treat outsiders the way Milton treats Jules.

Opens in theaters on August 11, 2023.

The movie is almost an Eight Star Movie, forget the trailer and see the movie. It is about what it is like to be getting older and not always being taken seriously and the alien is just a vehicle to tell that story.

I really didn't think I would like it but my partner wanted to see it and I was really glad that we saw it together. Ben Kingsley is , as always focused and believable what ever character he is playing and the the supporting cast are stand up as well. I was truly moved and touched by the story being told and that's the thing; the movie is so well conceived and executed that is does not disappoint. I was, most definitely, pleasantly surprised by how good this movie is, very entertaining.

This was a surprisingly pleasant little gem that was put together by relatively newb filmmakers. The pacing was a little slow for my liking, but the excellent performances by the cast, especially Kingsley, made me want to keep watching. There were even some entertaining wtf moments and lots of unexpected laughter, especially when you hear the first unexpected f-bomb. The story is a little laid back, so don't expect any action or Alien-film's type creature scares, but instead, a simple, sweet, heartwarming and (fun)ny story combining sci-fi, comedy, with character study about family, friendship and aging with dementia, and the beautiful metaphor that even the elderly simply just want someone to listen to them. It's a fun and entertaining 87 minute one-time watch that I'm sure everyone will enjoy.

As a fan of 90s tv and movies it's great to see a movie with Bebe from Frasier, the lead from Schindler's list and Mary Albright from 3rd rock from the sun all in the same movie. They all did a great job. Especially Kingsley who one might not recognize if they didn't know that he's in the movie. He's such a chameleon.

It was excellent to see an alien movie which isn't like all the others, yet is also familiar to the others in its basic structure.

My biggest complaint of the movie was the ending. It felt like a missed opportunity to do something a bit more interesting and surprising. If almost felt like the first draft before someone developed the more satisfying or surprising ending.

The movie has a lot of great laughs at the way the characters interact with the alien. It's very charming, quirky and fun. I'd never consider it one of the best films of the year. But it was definitely a fun time and an engaging picture. And that'a more than you can say about a lot of movies.

First let me say that it takes a pretty strong reaction from a movie, either good or bad, to get me to write a review. Also my wife and I see just about every movie released, good and bad. Well, of all the movies we have seen this year, this has been one of my favorites. Sweet, thought-provoking, and just fun story telling. It wasn't perfect, but a really fun way to spend an hour and a half. I could have done without the swearing, references to sexual orientation, and Jayne Curtain singing, but they were not over the top issues. Ben Kingsley is just a master of his craft, regardless of the part he plays. And cat lovers beware - you might not like this movie. Sadly, this movie will never make the money that Barbie has, but this movie was far more enjoyable than Barbie.

Jules has a rather quirky yet simple plot, and it doesn't overstay its welcome in any way. The protagonist trio (played by Ben Kingsley, Harriet Harris, and Jane Curtin) share good chemistry and are fun to watch, as septuagenarians dealing with an unexpected guest. As old people, they're dealing with different kinds of things - ailments, emotional disconnect from their kids, and lacking a purpose.

The arrival of the alien proves to be a game-changer for each of them, especially Milton (Kingsley), who's suffering from increased instances of memory loss. As someone, who sits at home watching CSI re-runs all day, he suddenly feels like he has something remarkable to do. The ladies, Sandy and Joyce, enter the picture as allies, and the alien (named the titular Jules) turns out to be a friendly listener for all their troubles. They also want to help him out in his quest to repair his broken spaceship. This leads to interesting exchanges and wacky situations, all the while retaining the film's heartwarming emotional core.

The government surveillance angle was tackled poorly, and the CGI was really off in places, but the performances and the plot's irresisistible sweetness overcome most of it. The ending (and the change of mind for Milton) is somewhat sudden, and doesn't feel as impactful, but the scenes where the trio interact with the alien in the film's mid section made me smile a lot. I liked Marc Turtletaub's Puzzle with Irrfan Khan & Kelly Macdonald, and I guess I enjoyed this one a wee bit more.

An older man living in a rural Pennsylvania town is stubbornly set in his ways. His day-to-day life is turned upside down when a UFO crash lands in his backyard. The man welcomes the alien into his home, and they learn from one another. Things get complicated when a couple of the man's nosy neighbors discover the extraterrestrial. Together, they must figure out what the alien needs to get home, and with the alien's help, they can confront their internal turmoil and anguish.

A unique take on aging and how it affects the people around us. The movie is light-hearted and easy to watch. The runtime is short; the film quickly gets to the point and does not bother giving many backstories. There is a good mix of comedy and drama. There is more to this movie than three senior citizens and an alien. The underlying messages are plentiful if some thought and reflection is put in. This is a good watch for anyone interested in aliens, aging, human interaction, or looking for something different.

That is, it is calming, gently soothing, and leaves no bitter aftertaste. Only counted one swear word, zero fist fights, and a kind of 10mph car chase. Any violence is reserved for a deserved burglar. Yes it cooky, and the plot meanders along at a slow pace, helped by the capable actors not attempting to milk their performances. There are a few chuckles, and the occassional laugh out loud moment, along with the unexpected plot twists that require belief suspension to be engaged.

No Saturday night blockbuster this. Rather more suited to a Sunday evening viewing with a cup of cocoa, then off to bed.

My expectations were on the floor for this, as it's a tiny indie film that has had zero marketing force behind it. I think this was a gigantic mistake, and I implore anyone with a beating heart to go see this film. It really is one of the best movies of the entire year.

Low-budget sci-fi is hard to come by, but Jules makes me yearn for more of it. It has one of the most riotously funny and genuinely heartfelt screenplays of the year and it's brought to life by a knockout veteran cast that has impeccable comedic timing and deft dramatic chops as well.

Blending comedy, drama, and sci-fi was already a tall order, but Gavin Stickler's script also weaves together universal themes like loneliness, mortality, communication, and the contagiousness of kindness and contemplates them with sincerity, wit, and nuanced intelligence.

The low budget is very much apparent, with basic camerawork and a couple of cheap-looking VFX shots. But I can easily forgive this as I was stunned by how much was achieved with actual makeup, sets, and props. A great deal of love and care was put into this little project, and it shows.

This is the kind of movie that inspires me. You don't need anything flashy to make a film that moves you. I laughed. I cried. And when the credits rolled I yearned to be a better person. The power of cinema shines through even in the smallest projects.

It seems like a light movie, with a little time to invest + Sir Ben Kingsley as an old geezer - what can go wrong? Apparently, nothing. I love it when Hollywood takes several veterans and insert them into a lovely idea of a script and also sprinkle a little bit charm and emotions on top; it's a recipe that never fails.

Somewhere near the end of the film I started thinking about Ron Howard's "Cocoon" from the 80's.

Some of the elements reminded me of this classic, but this one stands alone with a lot of charm from the three leading actors and of course the eyes of the amazing Jade Quon, who plays the alien.

We are talking about the love and care we need to give our grown parents, though they are not as they always where and the film talks a lot about the special ability of an Extra-Terrestrial to contain a lot of what normal and even the closest people to you cannot.

This one, with his eyes, never needs to say one word; they are spilling by themselves. It is a great surprise to encounter that kind of a movie and win almost the entire jackpot - short, funny, dramatic and especially moving and touches all the right buttons to be unforgettable, though it is such a small-time production.

What would you do, an aging mind's affecting you, when out of nowhere in the night, a flying saucer drops from flight, a few days later then appears, an alien with slits for ears, turquoise skin and a bald head, a taste for apples that he's fed, would you do your best to welcome, let him spend some time in your home, share the rituals of your day, let him recover in his way, introduce him to a friend, while he's getting on the mend, perhaps another barges in, and a song she starts to sing, all the time there are suspicions, that your mind needs a physician, it's as if you've lost your head, not like the one that exploded, as you prowl around to find, something dead that was feline, would you not make a mighty fuss, once Gary's euthanised your puss.

Beautiful story about life and friendship I love the vibe of the movie a bit Cocoon but less jokes and more smiles and you life for the joy of it. But such a lazy ending. Still a must watch. Fantastic acting and characters and so much heart. Ben Kingsley is superb and the alien so endearing. I The frustration comes in the last minute or so. Ten more minutes and it could have wrapped it up, tying off all the loose ends, with a beautiful little bow. Which to me is frustratingly lazy writing. You are going to want to have enough imagination to finish the movie off yourself in your own mind. But in this case, I would say worth it.

Jules is a robotic alien who crash-lands into Milton's (Ben Kingsley) backyard, but he could as much have been a dodo bird because the real story here is not so much sci-fi as it is about an elderly man dealing with onset dementia. What director Marc Turtletaub and writer Gavin Steckler masterfully do in "Jules" is show the challenges an older man faces which extend beyond mild memory loss to being isolated, shunned, and generally ignored by the rest of the world.

Or maybe not so much when you consider how attentive his elderly female friends, Sandy (Harriet Sansom Harris) and Joyce (Jane Curtin) are to him in a buddy way. The three combat his being ignored by the community and the disbelief that accompanies rumors about his new backyard guest. When Milton repeats at each town meeting his call for a different promotional tag line about the town or a new crosswalk, he is ignored except by his two friends.

Much of "Jules" has an authentic feel, despite the intergalactic guest, especially when his solicitous veterinarian daughter, Denise (Zoe Winters), tries to shepherd him into a home fearing that he is well on his way. He's not, of course, because he's just a bright guy not as nimble as he once was, open to a more eccentric life than his neighbors.

Little touches like having Jules doughy and expressionless except for his piercing eyes and the ship, a '50's flying saucer, in Milton's backyard unseen by neighbors lend a surreal Twilight Zone vibe that will end for certain with a homiletic turn to make the challenges worthwhile for everyone.

What this film lacks in the fast pace of AI, ET, or Robot and Frank, it makes up in the lack of daffiness associated with elderly folk or the grinding bad guys pursuing a robot. Jules has a leisurely pace that allows us to befriend Jules and his elderly earthlings. Yes, Kingsley is a remarkable actor.

The premise of the film promises some very interesting developments, but the focus is on the three principle characters, and not on the alien who visits them. I found that disappointing, perhaps my expectations were too high. Starman with Jeff Bridges is a far superior film, as is another "other worldly" film in which he stars, together with Kevin Spacey, who presents himself as an alien. Jules is somewhat entertaining, but not what I expected. It rubs shoulders with some important themes, but never really embraces them. Recommends with those qualifications. But I am a harsh critic these days.

A lovely, gentle and comic look at ageing. The three main characters are lonely, estranged from family and struggling to find meaning in their lives until Jules the alien arrives by crashing into Milton's azaleas. Non-speaking, Jules allows the others to explore these feelings of isolation by listening. All the while a hunt is on to find the missing spaceship.

Repeating due tp the new character limit constraints; apologies.

A lovely, gentle and comic look at ageing. The three main characters are lonely, estranged from family and struggling to find meaning in their lives until Jules the alien arrives by crashing into Milton's azaleas. Non-speaking, Jules allows the others to explore these feelings of isolation by listening. All the while a hunt is on to find the missing spaceship.

IN A NUTSHELL: The story is about an alien who crash-lands in the backyard of an old man in Pennsylvania. Two of his senior neighbors discover what happened and, together, they try to help the alien return to his home before the government closes in on their new friend.

The inventive film was directed by Marc Turtletaub, who also co-produced it with a team.

The story was written by Gavin Steckler.

THINGS I LIKED: I've been a huge fan of Ben Kingsley for decades! He is such a chameleon of an actor. For me, that's the true mark of a great actor. Some actors basically play the same character in every movie, but he completely disappears in every role he takes on.

The rest of the talented cast includes Harriet Sansom Harris, Zoë Winters, and SNL favorite Jane Curtin. The alien was played by Jade Quon. They all do a fantastic job!

The musical score is lovely.

The characters are quirky and immediately endearing.

The director stated in an interview that this story met his two criteria that determined whether or not he would make a particular film: Is the story about something meaningful enough that the viewer will continue to reflect on it after watching it?

Does the story offer a unique approach to the telling?

The movie was shot in 35 days, but the production was delayed due to the pandemic.

Fun fact: Jade Quon didn't reveal her portrayal of the alien until she was in full makeup. Needless to say, they were all shocked and surprised.

THINGS I DIDN'T LIKE: It's very slow moving.

Some viewers might be expecting MORE...sci-fi, plot or even humor. What makes the movie especially touching is that it takes its time to say what it wants to say.

TIPS FOR PARENTS: Talk of lesbians.

Multiple F-bombs Talk of a man's head exploding We see a thief struggle with an older woman Kids could be traumatized by seeing all of the dead cats. EEK!

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It's a comedy set in modern times in a fictional town near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It follows the experiences of three septuagenarians who encounter an alien from space whose spaceship has crashed in a backyard.

Milton Robinson (Ben Kingsley) is a 78-year-old widower living alone in his big house. He's starting to have memory problems but is fiercely independent. His daughter, Denise (Zoë Winters), is a local veterinarian who looks after Milton's finances and worries about his living independently. He is alienated from his son, Tim, who lives in California. Milton is a regular at city council meetings where he repeatedly brings up the same issues--changing the town's motto and the need for a crosswalk on a street with a long distance between intersections. Two older women also speak repeatedly at council meetings. Sandy (Harriet Sansom Harris) is only 72, but her husband has died of Alzheimer's. She is outgoing and has notions about new social programs. Joyce (Jane Curtin) is more acerbic and distrustful.

One night, a spaceship crashes in Milton's azalea flower garden. He mentions this in various contexts but is blown off as a senile old man. An injured alien (Jade Quon) emerges from the spaceship a few days later. First, Milton cares for him, and Sandy and Joyce gradually get involved. The alien never speaks but has empathetic eyes that lead all of them to treat the alien as a therapist. Milton and Sandy call the alien Jules, and Joyce calls him Gary.

The film follows their efforts to keep Jules a secret while s/he fixes the spaceship, and the National Security Agency desperately looks for the foreign body it saw descending to Earth but cannot find. We learn the alien's dietary requirements and discover yet another gift cats possess.

I really enjoyed "Jules" and chuckled often. Seniors will identify with many of the lived experiences of older people dismissed as irrelevant by younger generations. It may prove less funny to younger people. Kingsley, Harris, Curtin, and Quon are all excellent. The plot is not meant to be believable, so who cares about no one bothering to look in Milton's backyard.

Saw this film at the Sonoma International Film Festival and LOVED IT! The story follows the daily life of an aging widower who gets an unexpected visitor that turns his, and two unlikely accomplices into an adventure not seen on film since E. T. Ben Kingsley, Jane Curtain, and Harriet Sanson slay in their roles as small town senior citizens looking for meaning and connection.

The audience laughed, cried, and felt a sense of connection to the characters. If you liked Robot & Frank, and Little Miss Sunshine, you will love this film. I will see this movie again and again and recommend that you do too!

I always loved sci fi movies and got really intrigued by the plot.

"Jules" is a very easy-to-watch drama/comedy/sci fi focusing on hospitality, kindness, having a warm heart, getting older and the things that followes with it, where reaching a point where you are no longer taken very seriously.

A great, funny, relaxed and interesting drama sci fy that actually feels pretty authentic. The manuscript is very good and Ben Kingsley really does a fantastic performance all the way through the film!

It has a very nice and beautiful soundtrack! And the filming is pretty good aswell!

Its not exaggerated at all, as many US sci fi:s tends to do.

If you like movies thats easy to watch, if you are into comedy and sci fy this is absolutely a film that i would recommend! Funny, easy to watch and relaxed!

Simple and beautiful!