Like Real Adults Do
Like Real Adults Do

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Like Real Adults Do

2023
Movie
8 min
English

Charlotte works as little Theo's nanny. Jennifer's never home, so the help is a blessing. At least, until her husband notice that their employee is quite pretty. And it is just a matter of time until the wife will notice it as well.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users80%
Director: Matthew JamesGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of estranged friends reunites for a chaotic weekend wedding, only to find themselves navigating old flames, new secrets, and the daunting prospect of actual adulthood. As the champagne flows and tensions rise, they must confront whether they can truly recapture their past or if they're destined to become like the adults they always feared they'd be.

Critical Reception

Like Real Adults Do garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its relatable portrayal of millennial anxieties and strong ensemble performances, though some critics found its pacing uneven and its humor occasionally falling flat.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its honest depiction of post-college struggles and the complexities of friendship.

  • Applauded for the chemistry and performances of its lead cast.

  • Some reviews noted that the film felt a bit predictable in its narrative arcs.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's humor and its exploration of relatable themes like career uncertainty and evolving relationships. Many found the characters endearing and the story thought-provoking, although a segment felt the plot resolution could have been stronger.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the dialogue improvised by the main cast during filming to capture a more naturalistic feel.

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