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Guilt Trip
The only thing greater that this group of skier's desire to claim a first ski descent on Greenland's second highest peak is the size of their carbon footprint to get there. Loaded with guilt, they decide to bring along renowned glaciologist, Alun Hubbard, who's hypothesis, if proven, could rewrite popular projections of global sea-level rise. However, the entire expedition is put in question when they arrive in Greenland and discover their objective is beyond the range of all available aircraft.
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Plot Summary
A mother embarks on a cross-country road trip with her son, hoping to reunite him with his childhood sweetheart. However, her overbearing nature and constant criticisms begin to test the patience of her son, leading to a series of comedic and emotional confrontations as they navigate their complicated relationship.
Critical Reception
Guilt Trip received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances of Barbra Streisand and Seth Rogen but found the humor and plot to be somewhat predictable and uneven. Audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating the mother-son dynamic and Streisand's comedic timing.
What Reviewers Say
Barbra Streisand delivers a strong comedic performance that often elevates the material.
The film struggles with pacing and a predictable plot, despite the chemistry between the leads.
The mother-son relationship is the heart of the film, offering moments of both humor and genuine emotion.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be an enjoyable, albeit not groundbreaking, comedy. Many viewers appreciated the performances, particularly Barbra Streisand's, and the relatable, if sometimes exaggerated, portrayal of family dynamics. Some noted that the humor could be hit-or-miss and the story followed a familiar road-trip narrative.
Fun Fact
Barbra Streisand initially turned down the role of Joyce twice before finally agreeing to star in the film.
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