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Alternate Weeks (and Half the Vacation)
A 12 year old girl and her 8 year old brother live one week with their mother and the next week with their father. The girl blamers her mother, a super businesswoman for the divorce and turns all her anger on her. She prefers the weeks with her father who is flat broke after leaving his bank job to give people free hugs on street corners. Her brother channels his sense of injustice into the battle to save the planet. As the school year progresses and her parents struggle to mend their lives and as the girl approaches her 13th birthday, she learns to see the world in a new way.
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Plot Summary
Divorced parents navigate the complexities of co-parenting their teenage daughter during alternating weeks. The film explores the challenges and humor that arise as they try to balance their own lives with their daughter's needs and developing independence.
Critical Reception
The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often cited for its predictable plot and uneven pacing. Audience response was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the family themes but many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its generic storyline and lack of originality.
Some viewers found the family dynamics relatable, though others found them cliché.
Pacing was noted as an issue, with some scenes dragging and others feeling rushed.
Google audience: Google user reviews for this film are scarce, making it difficult to ascertain a general consensus on what audiences specifically liked or disliked.
Fun Fact
The film was reportedly produced with a very limited budget, which may have contributed to its straightforward production values and direct-to-video release.
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