August: Osage County

The Weston family, one of the most dysfunctional in America, is forced to reunite when the patriarch, Beverly Weston, disappears. His wife, Violet, battling cancer and addiction, struggles to keep her family together as long-buried secrets and resentments resurface during a tense family gathering. This reunion exposes raw emotions, painful truths, and the complex, often volatile dynamics that bind them.

August: Osage County received generally positive reviews, with particular praise directed at its ensemble cast, especially Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts. While some critics found the film's bleakness and relentless drama overwhelming, many lauded its sharp dialogue, powerful performances, and unflinching portrayal of family dysfunction.

• The film boasts a powerhouse ensemble cast delivering fierce, memorable performances.
• Praised for its sharp, witty, and often brutal dialogue.
• Some viewers found the unrelenting darkness and despair to be too much.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the exceptional acting, particularly from Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts, and the raw, honest portrayal of a deeply troubled family. Some viewers found the film emotionally taxing and excessively negative, while others appreciated its powerful drama and cathartic experience.

Nominated for 2 Academy Awards (Best Actress for Meryl Streep, Best Supporting Actress for Julia Roberts). Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts also received Golden Globe nominations.

The film is based on Tracy Letts' Pulitzer Prize-winning play of the same name, and many of the original Broadway cast members, including Meryl Streep and Julia Roberts, reprised their roles.