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What We Have is is the tale of Maurice, a prisoner of his past who is unable to connect with the people in his new Northern Canadian small town, a community that is only too ready to welcome this European misfit into their arms.
This drama follows the intertwined lives of three young adults grappling with their aspirations, relationships, and the challenges of navigating early adulthood in a bustling city. As they confront personal struggles and societal expectations, they must decide what truly matters in their pursuit of happiness and belonging. The film explores themes of identity, connection, and the search for meaning in a complex world.
What We Have received a limited release and garnered modest attention, with critics often highlighting its intimate portrayal of young adult struggles and its earnest performances. While some found it to be a poignant and relatable depiction of a generation's anxieties, others felt it lacked a strong narrative drive or original thematic exploration.
Praised for its authentic portrayal of millennial angst and interpersonal dynamics.
Noted for solid performances from its emerging cast.
Criticized by some for a somewhat meandering plot and lack of clear resolution.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'What We Have' is not widely documented on Google, making it difficult to summarize specific user sentiment.
The film was shot on location in New York City, aiming to capture the authentic urban environment that shapes the characters' lives.
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Frenchman Maxime Desmons ("Maurice") relocates to a remote Canadian community where he picks up his acting career. The wages are poor, so he tries to supplement them by teaching folks French. That's where he alights on keen, but shy, swimme...