A single mother and her slacker sister find an unexpected way to turn their lives around in this off-beat dramatic comedy. In order to raise the tuition to send her young son to private school the mom starts an unusual business – a biohazard removal/crime scene clean-up service.
Two sisters, Rose and Norah, struggling financially and creatively, decide to start a business cleaning up crime scenes. Hoping to earn enough money to send Norah's son to a private school and for Rose to buy a new house, they dive into the messy and often disturbing world of biohazard removal. Along the way, they confront personal demons, strained family relationships, and the emotional toll of their unusual profession.
Sunshine Cleaning garnered a generally positive reception from critics, who often praised the performances of Amy Adams and Emily Blunt and the film's unique premise and blend of humor and pathos. While some found the narrative occasionally uneven, the film was largely appreciated for its heartfelt portrayal of sisterhood and resilience.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Sunshine Cleaning,' finding the performances of Amy Adams and Emily Blunt to be a highlight. Many appreciated the film's blend of dark comedy and touching moments, and the relatable portrayal of sisterly bonds and financial struggles.
The script for 'Sunshine Cleaning' was originally written by two recent film school graduates, Megan Holley and Alex R. Johnson, and was optioned by producer Peter S. Linden, who then brought it to Big Beach.
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