Please Don't Eat the Daisies
Drama critic Larry Mackay, his wife Kate and their four sons move from their crowded Manhattan apartment to an old house in the country. While housewife Kate settles into suburban life, Larry continues to enjoy the theater and party scene of New York.
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Plot Summary
A college professor and theater critic, along with his wife and four sons, move from a cramped city apartment to a large country house. Their idyllic new life is soon disrupted by the professor's difficulty in adapting to rural living, his wife's burgeoning acting career, and the chaotic energy of their large family.
Critical Reception
The film was a commercial success, praised for its lighthearted humor and the charming performances of its lead actors. Critics generally found it to be a pleasant, family-friendly comedy that offered escapism and light entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its humor and charming performances.
- Considered a delightful family-friendly comedy.
- Enjoyed for its lighthearted tone and escapism.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available in a consolidated format for this film.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the autobiographical book of the same name by Jean Kerr, a renowned humorist and playwright.
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