Rolling Home
Mr Wyman is an elderly man whose increasingly unreliable memory has landed him in a geriatric ward. Here he is visited by his daughters Val and Molly, and Molly's husband Harold, and looked after by the ward's two male nurses, Vic and Donald, who are in competition for a promotion. Donald needs the money as he and his girlfriend are trying to buy a house but are having difficulty arranging a mortgage. From the window at which he sits, Mr Wyman can see a wall. He repeatedly pesters Donald with questions about what is on the other side. Donald constructs a fantasy of the future he dreams of with his girlfriend: a house and garden inhabited by a married couple.
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Plot Summary
A young man returns to his rural hometown after his father's death, only to discover a shocking family secret. He finds himself caught between his estranged mother and the harsh realities of his past. As he navigates the complexities of his family's legacy, he must confront his own identity and decide whether to stay and rebuild or leave the past behind.
Critical Reception
Rolling Home was met with mixed reviews. While some critics praised its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from Brad Dourif, others found the pacing to be uneven and the plot somewhat predictable. Audience reception was also divided, with some connecting deeply with its themes of family and reconciliation, while others were less moved.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its strong lead performance and exploration of familial bonds.
- Criticized for a slow pace and a somewhat conventional narrative arc.
- Appreciated for its attempts at emotional resonance, though not always successful.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location in a small town in rural Oregon, adding to its authentic depiction of a close-knit, isolated community.
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