Something to Talk About
Something to Talk About

Something to Talk About

1995Movie106 minEnglish

Grace King Bichon, who is managing her father's riding-stable, discovers that her husband Eddie is deceiving her with another woman. After confronting him in the middle of the night on the streets of their small home town, she decides to stay at her sister Emma Rae's house for a while to make up her mind. Breaking out of her everyday life, she starts to question the authority of everyone.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users72%
Director: Lasse HallströmGenres: Comedy-Drama

Plot Summary

Grace Bichon, a charming Southern horse breeder, discovers her seemingly perfect husband, Eddie, is having an affair. This revelation shatters her idyllic life and forces her to confront the secrets and lies within her seemingly stable family. As she navigates the fallout, Grace finds unexpected strength and support from her family, particularly her sister, Emma. The film explores themes of infidelity, family loyalty, and the courage to seek truth.

Critical Reception

Something to Talk About was met with generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its strong performances, particularly from Julia Roberts and Kyra Sedgwick, and its engaging, albeit somewhat conventional, exploration of marital infidelity and family dynamics. Audiences also responded well to the film's blend of humor and drama.

What Reviewers Say

  • Julia Roberts delivers a compelling performance as a woman discovering her husband's infidelity.
  • The film effectively balances humor and drama, offering a thought-provoking look at family secrets.
  • Supporting cast members like Kyra Sedgwick and Robert Duvall add significant depth to the narrative.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film for its relatable characters and the strong acting, especially Julia Roberts. Many found the story engaging, though some felt it followed a predictable path.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the real-life experiences of screenwriter Callie Khouri's aunt and uncle, whose marital problems inspired the plot.

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Rob

Rob

This is a lovely film, filled with very well-rounded characters, sharp script work and packed with actors who can actually act. This is one of those movies you can simply relax with. You don't need a PHD to understand it and you don't need ...