The Intern
The Intern

The Intern

2015Movie121 minEnglish

70-year-old widower Ben Whittaker has discovered that retirement isn't all it's cracked up to be. Seizing an opportunity to get back in the game, he becomes a senior intern at an online fashion site, founded and run by Jules Ostin.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users75%
Director: Nancy MeyersGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower, finds himself bored after retiring from his long career. He seizes an opportunity to become a senior intern at an online fashion retailer. Initially facing skepticism, Ben quickly proves to be a valuable and wise presence, forming an unlikely bond with the company's driven young CEO, Jules Ostin, and offering her much-needed perspective.

Critical Reception

The Intern received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway. While some found the plot predictable and the portrayal of corporate life somewhat idealized, many appreciated its heartwarming tone and themes of intergenerational connection and mentorship.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the charming chemistry between De Niro and Hathaway.
  • Appreciated for its positive portrayal of intergenerational relationships.
  • Criticized by some for a predictable plot and overly simplistic depiction of business.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's heartwarming story and the delightful performances of its stars, with many finding it a feel-good movie. Some viewers noted it was a bit predictable but enjoyable nonetheless.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around New York City, with many scenes taking place in Brooklyn and Manhattan, showcasing various iconic city landmarks.

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Shivi_

Shivi_

Well overall a nice feel-good movie. It one of those movies that you spin up and just sit back and relax. The characters are quirky and fun. Plus the plot is simply great. Had been putting it on hold for quite a long time but glad I watched...
annaaaaaa

annaaaaaa

'The Intern' is a comedy/drama movie, which was directed by Nancy Meyers in 2015. The movie takes place in Brooklyn, New-York. The first thing, which attracted me, was the cast – Anne Hathaway and Robert De Niro as the main characters. This...
Reno

Reno

> A film that differentiates the young and old generation. I would definitely say it is the director's best film. I have liked her other films, but this is a lot different from them. I mean it was well written screenplay with much better...
mfProg

mfProg

Легкий фильм посмотреть на выходных. Хорошая идея фильма, но банальный и предсказуемый сюжет. Отличная игра актеров.