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Being Frank
A troubled man attends a group therapy session to regain himself after a recent relapse.
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Plot Summary
A man's carefully constructed double life unravels when his two families unexpectedly converge. Set against the backdrop of a suburban summer, the film explores the absurdities and heartbreaks of deception as a charismatic but flawed patriarch attempts to navigate the fallout.
Critical Reception
Being Frank received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising the performances, particularly Walt Goggins, and the film's exploration of familial dynamics, while some noted pacing issues and a predictable narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Walt Goggins delivers a compelling performance as a man caught in his own web of lies.
The film offers a poignant, albeit sometimes uneven, look at the complexities of family and identity.
While the premise is intriguing, the execution occasionally struggles with pacing and predictability.
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Fun Fact
The film's unique premise and character-driven narrative were highlighted as its strongest assets by many reviewers, even those who found fault with other aspects.
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