This Is Us
This Is Us

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This Is Us

2017
Movie
90 min
English

A young woman breaks things off with her boyfriend but finds out the universe has other plans. Desperate to move on, she is forced to literally relive the memories they’ve shared together. Pin-balling through time and space, she attempts to rewrite their shared history in hopes that she can find the man with whom she first fell in love.

Insights

IMDb8.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic76/100
Google Users95%
Director: Dan Fogelman (Creator)Genres: Drama, Comedy-Drama, Family

Plot Summary

This Is Us follows the lives of a blended group of people whose lives intersect in unexpected ways and who share the same birthday. The series artfully weaves together timelines, exploring the challenges and triumphs of family, love, and loss across different generations. It delves into the emotional complexities of human connection, highlighting how past events shape present circumstances and future destinies.

Critical Reception

This Is Us received widespread critical acclaim upon its premiere and throughout its run. Critics lauded its emotional depth, strong performances, and ambitious narrative structure that seamlessly jumps between different time periods. The show was praised for its relatable characters and its ability to tackle sensitive themes with nuance and heart, resonating deeply with audiences and becoming a cultural phenomenon.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its compelling emotional storytelling and heartfelt performances.

  • Appreciated for its innovative non-linear narrative structure.

  • Often cited for its relatable portrayal of family dynamics and life's challenges.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved 'This Is Us,' frequently highlighting its emotional resonance, relatable characters, and the way it tackles difficult life issues with sensitivity. Many viewers found the show deeply moving and often praised its ability to connect with them on a personal level, making it a must-watch series for its uplifting yet realistic depiction of family and personal growth.

Awards & Accolades

Multiple Emmy Awards (including Outstanding Lead Actor for Sterling K. Brown), Golden Globe Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and nominations for numerous other prestigious honors.

Fun Fact

The show's creators intentionally cast actors who bore a resemblance to their on-screen counterparts in different timelines to enhance the believability of the multi-generational story, even before the actors were fully confirmed.

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