Two Is a Family
Two Is a Family

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Two Is a Family

2016
Movie
118 min
French

A man without attachments or responsibilities suddenly finds himself with an abandoned baby and leaves for London to try and find the mother. Eight years later after he and his daughter become inseparable Gloria's mother reappears.

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IMDb5.9/10
Google Users75%
Director: Christophe Van RompaeyGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

Alice, a 40-year-old woman, finds herself unexpectedly pregnant. After her partner abandons her, she decides to keep the child and raise it alone. The film chronicles her journey as she navigates single motherhood and the challenges and joys that come with it.

Critical Reception

'Two Is a Family' received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its sensitive portrayal of single motherhood and the emotional depth of its characters, particularly Sandrine Bonnaire's performance. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sandrine Bonnaire delivers a powerful and nuanced performance.

  • The film offers a poignant look at the realities of single parenthood.

  • Some viewers found the storyline to be a bit too conventional.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's emotional core and Sandrine Bonnaire's acting. Many found the story relatable and touching, though a segment of viewers felt it lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film's French title, 'Le Grand Méchant Loup' (The Big Bad Wolf), is a deliberate misdirection, hinting at the challenges the protagonist faces but with a touch of dark humor.

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