I Smile Back
I Smile Back

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I Smile Back

2015
Movie
85 min
English

Laney is an attractive, intelligent suburban wife and devoted mother of two adorable children. She has the perfect husband who plays basketball with the kids in the driveway, a pristine house, and a shiny SUV for carting the children to their next activity. However, just beneath the façade lie depression and disillusionment that send her careening into a secret world of reckless compulsion. Only very real danger will force her to face the painful root of her destructiveness and its crumbling effect on those she loves.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes48%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users68%
Director: Adam SalkyGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Lanre, a devoted husband and father, struggles with depression and the pressures of modern life, finding solace in unexpected places. As his internal battles intensify, his family's love and support become crucial in his journey towards healing and self-acceptance. The film explores themes of mental health, familial bonds, and the search for meaning in everyday struggles.

Critical Reception

I Smile Back received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising Sarah Silverman's raw and fearless performance. While some found the film's exploration of depression to be compelling, others felt it lacked a clear narrative direction or resolution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sarah Silverman delivers a powerhouse, critically acclaimed performance that anchors the film.

  • The movie's unflinching look at depression is both commendable and difficult to watch.

  • While emotionally resonant, the plot sometimes meanders, leaving some viewers wanting more.

  • The supporting cast provides solid performances that complement Silverman's lead.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated Sarah Silverman's dramatic turn and the film's honest portrayal of mental health struggles. Some viewers found the subject matter heavy but ultimately rewarding, while others wished for a more defined narrative arc.

Awards & Accolades

Sarah Silverman received a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead for her performance.

Fun Fact

Sarah Silverman, known primarily for her comedy, took on the dramatic role of Lanre to challenge herself and showcase a different facet of her acting abilities.

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Reno

> How should an ideal mother behave when she's haunted by her bad past. The film is about a small family of two little kids and their parents, but all the focus was on the mother who is a drug addict and struggling with mental illness, y...

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