Coming Up Roses
Coming Up Roses

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Coming Up Roses

1987
Movie
90 min
Welsh

An award-winning comedy set in a depressed town in the South Wales Valleys. When the local cinema is closed down, the former projectionist, plagued by money problems, devises an ingenious plan to make money.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users60%
Director: Katie R. BrienGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A driven young lawyer, Sarah Jenkins, takes on a high-profile case defending a controversial figure. As she delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers a web of corruption that reaches the highest levels of power. Sarah must confront her own moral compass and fight for justice against overwhelming odds, risking her career and personal life in the process.

Critical Reception

Coming Up Roses received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the character development lacking. While some praised Amy Irving's performance, the film as a whole was considered a forgettable entry in the legal drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Amy Irving's performance is a highlight, but it can't save a formulaic and uninspired legal thriller.

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters.

  • Lacks the tension and depth expected from a courtroom drama.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a standard legal drama with some pacing issues. While a few viewers appreciated the lead actress's efforts, many felt the story didn't offer anything new or particularly engaging, leading to a generally lukewarm reception.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for a different lead actress, but scheduling conflicts led to Amy Irving taking on the role.

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