Split Ends
Split Ends

Split Ends

2009Movie82 minEnglish

A feisty hairdresser faces off with an unscrupulous developer - and faces up to the uncertainties of her own life in a small, New Jersey town.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Jeff KanewGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A trio of aging women living in a retirement home decide to embark on a road trip to revisit their youthful dreams before it's too late. They steal a car and set off on a journey that is filled with unexpected adventures and life lessons. Along the way, they confront their pasts and rediscover their zest for life.

Critical Reception

Split Ends received a generally lukewarm reception from critics. While some appreciated the performances of the veteran actresses and the film's lighthearted take on aging and friendship, others found the plot predictable and the execution uninspired. Audience reactions were mixed, with some viewers enjoying the sentimental journey and others finding it lacked depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the charming performances of its elderly lead actresses.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and a lack of genuine emotional impact.
  • Seen as a light, feel-good movie that doesn't delve too deeply into complex themes.

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Fun Fact

The film features a cast of iconic actresses from Hollywood's Golden Age, including Celeste Holm, who was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'All About Eve' (1950).

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