Eagles in the Chicken Coop
Eagles in the Chicken Coop

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Eagles in the Chicken Coop

2011
Movie
95 min
English

Two artists are forced to make a formulaic, late-night, made for TV "skin flick."

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Peter HowittGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling actor's life takes an unexpected turn when he inherits a quirky, rundown farm from a distant relative. He plans to sell it quickly but finds himself entangled in the lives of the eccentric locals and the farm's surprising inhabitants, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. As he tries to navigate this new world, he discovers more about himself than he ever expected.

Critical Reception

Eagles in the Chicken Coop received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its charming cast and quirky premise but found the plot to be somewhat predictable and uneven in its execution. Audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating the lighthearted humor and feel-good story.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film shines thanks to its charismatic lead actors, particularly James Van Der Beek and Elizabeth Banks.

  • While the humor is often gentle and effective, the storyline sometimes struggles to maintain momentum.

  • Praised for its heartwarming moments and unexpected charm, despite a few conventional plot turns.

Google audience: Google users frequently enjoyed the film's lighthearted tone and the chemistry between the main cast. Many appreciated the escapist nature of the story and found it to be a pleasant, easy-to-watch movie, though some noted that the plot wasn't particularly groundbreaking.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a television pilot before being developed into a feature-length movie.

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