A bickering gay couple must suddenly deal with the unexpected task of raising a 10-year-old boy.A bickering gay couple must suddenly deal with the unexpected task of raising a 10-year-old boy.A bickering gay couple must suddenly deal with the unexpected task of raising a 10-year-old boy.
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I am stunned by some of the negative reviews - someone actually wrote they did not laugh once. All I can assume is they must have been watching a different movie.
While there were some cliched moments and I could have predicted some parts, I really enjoyed this movie. All of the main characters were extremely likable and I found myself rooting for them. There were many moments, while understated, that were absolutely hilarious - No cheap laughs at the expense of the characters.
One last thing, and I hope I'm not overstepping as a heterosexual, but I thought the gay relationship between Paul and Erasmus was treated with respect and not demeaned in any way. I'm not sure how often this occurs, but I would guess not often enough (I hope I'm wrong).
While there were some cliched moments and I could have predicted some parts, I really enjoyed this movie. All of the main characters were extremely likable and I found myself rooting for them. There were many moments, while understated, that were absolutely hilarious - No cheap laughs at the expense of the characters.
One last thing, and I hope I'm not overstepping as a heterosexual, but I thought the gay relationship between Paul and Erasmus was treated with respect and not demeaned in any way. I'm not sure how often this occurs, but I would guess not often enough (I hope I'm wrong).
I have to admit that 20-30 years ago I would not have watched a movie like this but times (and people) change.
I just happened to come across it while browsing Netflix for something different so, other than the blurb, I knew nothing about it. It takes a lot to get me laughing out loud during a movie but this one certainly had me going right from early on. Even the bit parters were funny.
A very pleasant and enjoyable 90 minutes.
The widescreen cinematography was superb and did I hear a (slight) homage to Ennio Morricone in some of the outdoor scenes?
I just happened to come across it while browsing Netflix for something different so, other than the blurb, I knew nothing about it. It takes a lot to get me laughing out loud during a movie but this one certainly had me going right from early on. Even the bit parters were funny.
A very pleasant and enjoyable 90 minutes.
The widescreen cinematography was superb and did I hear a (slight) homage to Ennio Morricone in some of the outdoor scenes?
Promos didn't give it justice. I thought to myself, here's another goofy comedy with stereotypical gay characters, and some annoying kid. Boy was I wrong. It thankfully has more layers than that, and stands in the good indie flick category. Which is what I prefer. It helped making the script more tangible. There's also drama, but it's never tacky. I loved that little trio, they had such an interesting dynamic. So did the actors, who did a terrific job portraying them. And the supporting roles, were perfect for that. I was glad to see Kate Walsh make a cameo, and quickly understood why her character wasn't in more scenes. That wasn't the point. The point was to depict a couple in crisis, faced with a life changing event, in the most realistic and compelling manner. And I say, mission accomplished. Ideal Home, was everything you'd expect of a good comedy of manners, and a movie in general. And despite the « woke » subject, it was never preachy and had heart. Nice pick.
What a truly enjoyable, heart warming movie this is. It's bound to have its critics in a world still obsessed with old fashioned ideals.
Coogan and Rudd have worked together in some fine films, and combine incredible well, with real chemistry. Coogan at times sounding like a relative of Edina Monsoon.
The kid obviously undergoes a transformation, and the outcome is perhaps a little predictable, but it's the journey that's important here, not the destination.
A well meaning funny film, that sets out a message that the rules of convention have changed. 8/10
Coogan and Rudd have worked together in some fine films, and combine incredible well, with real chemistry. Coogan at times sounding like a relative of Edina Monsoon.
The kid obviously undergoes a transformation, and the outcome is perhaps a little predictable, but it's the journey that's important here, not the destination.
A well meaning funny film, that sets out a message that the rules of convention have changed. 8/10
Ageless hunk Paul Rudd (Clueless) and Steve Coogan (Philomena) star as an older gay couple who suddenly inherit a child. The child belongs to Coogans a.k.a Erasmus son played by sexy Jake McDorman (Greek) after being arrested. They live an R rated lifestyle but it's hilarious to watch them curb their ways and form a bond. It's not a wholly original concept but it's never been explored in this context. And that's definitely a plus because it's nice to see films of this context being explored with an lgbtq couple. It's hilarious, genuine and heartfelt. Rudd and Coogan are magic and it's all overly entertaining.
8.5/10
8.5/10
Did you know
- TriviaThe film's story comes from director Andrew Fleming's life: he was in a 23-year relationship with a man who had a son from a previous marriage and they all lived together.
- GoofsIn the very beginning of the film Erasmus talking to 'producer' Paul as the camera pans back and forth; in one in back of Paul he wears his sunglasses, but not in the rest of the shots.
- Quotes
Paul: You know that if you were dying... I would cut the heart out of my chest for you. I would die so that you would live. That's how much I love you. That's how much I worship you. And I think that you actually know. You know that. And it doesn't matter to you.
Erasmus: It does matter to me.
Paul: It doesn't matter. And I can't stand it anymore.
- ConnectionsReferences Star Wars: Épisode IV - Un nouvel espoir (1977)
- SoundtracksFor The Widows In Paradise, For The Fatherless In Ypsilanti
Written and Performed by Sufjan Stevens
Courtesy of Asthmatic Kitty Records
by arrangement with Ghost Town, Inc.
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- $10,000,000 (estimated)
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- $147,784
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- 1h 31m(91 min)
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- 2.35 : 1
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