Between Us
Between Us

Between Us

2012Movie91 minEnglish

A New York couple and their Midwestern friends find that drastic changes have occurred in their respective lives since they last met.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users58%
Director: Dan FogelmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows the intertwined lives of two couples who have been friends since college. As they navigate their late twenties and early thirties, they grapple with romantic relationships, career aspirations, and the evolving nature of their friendships. The story delves into the complexities of love, commitment, and the often messy transition into adulthood.

Critical Reception

Between Us received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the film's narrative unfocused and the characters unsympathetic. While some appreciated its attempt to portray realistic relationship struggles, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling or original story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its aimless plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • Some noted a few moments of genuine insight into modern relationships, but these were few and far between.
  • The film was often described as feeling derivative and lacking a strong central theme.

Google audience: Audience reviews were largely split, with some appreciating the film's relatable portrayal of relationship challenges and others finding it tedious and unengaging. Many felt the characters were difficult to connect with, and the story lacked a satisfying resolution.

Fun Fact

Director Dan Fogelman is also known for writing and directing other notable films such as 'Crazy, Stupid, Love.' and 'This Is Us'.

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