Merry Good Enough
Merry Good Enough

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Merry Good Enough

2023
Movie
98 min
English

Lucy has a complicated relationship with her dysfunctional family, but when her mother disappears on Christmas Eve, she must bring her family back together whether she knows it or not.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Kayoko ShibusawaGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this heartfelt comedy-drama, a woman grappling with her mother's recent death discovers a series of anonymous, kind gestures meant to encourage her to embrace life. As she follows these clues, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting her grief and finding unexpected moments of joy and connection. The film explores themes of loss, resilience, and the power of human kindness in navigating life's challenges.

Critical Reception

Merry Good Enough received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth and Emily Hampshire's performance. Audiences appreciated its blend of humor and poignancy, finding it a relatable and uplifting story about processing grief.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its touching portrayal of grief and healing.

  • Emily Hampshire delivers a standout performance.

  • A gentle and optimistic film with a good balance of humor and drama.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a moving and hopeful story about overcoming loss. Many viewers connected with the protagonist's journey and appreciated the film's positive message.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Lead Performer at the Canadian Screen Awards for Emily Hampshire.

Fun Fact

The film's plot was inspired by a series of anonymous acts of kindness the director experienced after a personal loss.

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