Beautiful
Beautiful

Movie spotlight

Beautiful

2009
Movie
97 min
English

After another teenager disappears from the idyllic suburb of Sunshine Hills, Suzy, the girl-next-door of every boy's dreams, persuades Daniel, a fourteen-year-old with an obsessive crush, to help her uncover the truth.

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IMDb6.3/10
Google Users68%
Director: Ben YoungerGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A dedicated, single mother works as a waitress and dreams of becoming a chef, all while navigating the complexities of raising her young son. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she meets a handsome and charming man, leading to a whirlwind romance. However, their budding relationship faces numerous challenges as they try to build a future together.

Critical Reception

Beautiful received mixed reviews from critics, who praised M inny Driver's performance but found the plot predictable and somewhat formulaic. Audiences were generally more receptive, appreciating the heartwarming story and romantic elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • M inny Driver delivers a commendable performance as a struggling single mother.

  • The film's narrative arc is predictable, adhering to standard romantic drama tropes.

  • While earnest, the story lacks originality and depth.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Beautiful' to be a likable and sweet film, with many appreciating the emotional core and the lead performances. Some viewers felt the story was a bit simplistic, but the overall sentiment was positive, often described as a feel-good movie.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Wedding Song' before being changed to 'Beautiful'.

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