All We Had

In the early 2000s, a single mother, Rita Carmichael, struggling financially after her husband abandons her, relocates with her teenage daughter, Ruthie, to a small town in Ohio. They are forced to live in a cramped motel room while Rita works multiple jobs to make ends meet. As Ruthie navigates the challenges of a new school and a budding romance, she witnesses her mother's unwavering determination and sacrifices.

All We Had received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with some praising Katie Holmes's directorial debut and performance but criticizing the film's predictable plot and melodramatic tone. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a serviceable but unremarkable drama.

• Praised for Katie Holmes's earnest performance and directorial effort.
• Criticized for a familiar and often sentimental storyline.
• Seen as a well-intentioned but ultimately uninspired family drama.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'All We Had' are generally positive, with many appreciating the emotional core of the story and the performances, particularly from the lead actresses. However, some viewers found the film to be too predictable and lacking in originality.

This film marked Katie Holmes's feature directorial debut, and she also starred in the leading role.