Unexpected
Unexpected

Unexpected

2015Movie86 minEnglish

An inner-city high school teacher discovers she is pregnant at the same time as one of her most promising students and the two develop an unlikely friendship while struggling to navigate their unexpected pregnancies.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users80%
Director: Kris SwanbergGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A dedicated high school teacher about to win a prestigious award discovers she is pregnant. Simultaneously, her favorite student announces she is also pregnant and faces dropping out. The two women bond as they navigate their unexpected pregnancies and life-altering decisions.

Critical Reception

Unexpected received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its genuine portrayal of female relationships and the performances of its lead actresses. The film was commended for its sensitive and humorous exploration of an unexpected pregnancy and the ensuing life changes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and heartfelt depiction of an unexpected pregnancy.
  • Cobie Smulders and Elizabeth Lail deliver strong, relatable performances.
  • The film offers a refreshing and humorous take on female friendship and motherhood.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's charm and relatability, with many appreciating the genuine portrayal of two women facing similar life challenges. The humor and emotional depth are frequently mentioned as strengths.

Fun Fact

The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015.

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Reno

Reno

**A likely friendship in an unexpected circumstance.** Seeing how much the film succeeded, I was not expecting a wonderful drama. I am satisfied with it though, like it portrays about being pregnant, particularly about the teenage pregna...