IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users81%
Director: Sian Heder•Genres: Comedy-Drama
Struggling with her own personal crisis and a demanding mother, a free-spirited young woman named Lu decides to rescue a toddler from a careless mother in a parking lot. She then passes the child off as her own to her ex-boyfriend's father, hoping to reunite with her own estranged father. This impulsive act sets off a chain of events that forces Lu to confront her own issues and the consequences of her actions.
Tallulah received generally positive reviews, with praise directed at its performances, particularly from Elliot Page and Allison Janney, and its handling of complex themes. While some critics found the plot somewhat contrived, many appreciated its emotional depth and unique storytelling.
Elliot Page delivers a compelling performance as the troubled protagonist.
The film effectively explores themes of motherhood, responsibility, and found family.
While some plot points stretch credulity, the emotional core remains strong.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional resonance and the strong performances from its lead actors, finding it a moving and thought-provoking story. Some viewers felt the narrative took a few too many liberties but were still engaged by the characters and their relationships.
Elliot Page, who plays the titular character, was inspired to take on the role partly due to their own experiences with identity and societal expectations.
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