The Sisters
The Sisters

The Sisters

2005Movie113 minEnglish

Based on Anton Chekov's "The Three Sisters" about siblings living in a college town who struggle with the death of their father and try to reconcile relationships in their own lives.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes27%
Director: Arthur Allan SeidelmanGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

This drama follows the complicated lives of three estranged sisters who are forced to reunite after the death of their mother. As they gather to sort through their mother's affairs, long-buried resentments, secrets, and unresolved issues resurface, testing the bonds of sisterhood. They must confront their past and their individual struggles to find a way forward, either together or apart.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances of the lead actresses but criticizing the predictable plot and uneven pacing. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many finding the emotional depth compelling while others felt the narrative lacked originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances from its female leads, particularly Maria Bello.
  • Criticized for a formulaic and often melodramatic storyline.
  • Felt to be a somewhat forgettable exploration of familial dysfunction.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "The Sisters" are not widely available or consistently documented.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

Although the film was released in 2005, it premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2006.

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