My Blind Brother
My Blind Brother

My Blind Brother

2016Movie85 minEnglish

Love for the same woman causes conflict between an over-achieving blind athlete and the brother who made him that way.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users70%
Director: Sophie GoodhartGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A sheltered, blind man named Robbie enlists his brother, Bill, and Bill's girlfriend, Daisy, to help him train for a charity race. Robbie's dependency on his brother is complicated when Daisy realizes she's falling for Robbie, creating a tangled love triangle. Bill, feeling increasingly sidelined by his brother's needs and Daisy's affections, struggles to navigate the emotional fallout.

Critical Reception

My Blind Brother received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising the performances of its lead actors, particularly Adam Scott and Jenny Slate, for their comedic timing and emotional depth. The film's premise was seen as potentially interesting, but some critics felt the execution was uneven, and the humor occasionally fell flat. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, appreciating the lighter aspects but finding the overall narrative somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Performances are a highlight, with the cast bringing charm and humor to the roles.
  • The film's exploration of sibling rivalry and unconventional romance offers moments of genuine heart.
  • Some viewers found the narrative predictable and the humor inconsistent.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's quirky humor and the chemistry between the lead actors. Many enjoyed the lighthearted take on relationship dynamics and family issues, although some felt the story lacked significant depth or originality.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Sophie Goodhart, also wrote the screenplay, drawing inspiration from her own experiences with a blind brother.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Good watch, could watch again, and can recommend. Nick Krull, Adam Scott, and Jenny Slate carry this well together and are pretty funny. I'm torn on whether or not Scott's portrayal of a blind person is complimentary or insulting, but I...