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**_Subtle, smart, amusing coming-of-age film in Scotland_** Fraser, who's around 10-11 years-old, lives on one of those huge British manors in 1930 with a strong matriarch, Gammy (Rosemary Harris), and a household staff. Elderly Uncle Mo...
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My Life So Far
1999
Movie
98 min
English
A memoir of the lives of a family growing up on a post World War I British estate headed up by a strong disciplinarian, her daughter, her inventor husband, their ten year old son and his older sister. Through the household comes a number of suitors hoping to impress the young woman, including an aviator. When the elder woman's son shows up at the estate with his French fiancé, everything gets thrown into turmoil. The young boy takes a sudden interest in her sexual allure and his father is disturbed by his own non-Victorian feelings.
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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Dominic Murphy•Genres: Drama
Plot Summary
Set in 1960s England, the film follows a young boy named Adam who navigates the complexities of his family life and his own burgeoning understanding of the world. Adam's idyllic childhood is disrupted by family secrets and the growing awareness of adult issues, particularly concerning his mother's well-being.
Critical Reception
My Life So Far received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its tender portrayal of childhood and the performances, many found the film's narrative unfocused and its emotional beats unconvincing. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with few finding a strong connection to the story.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt to capture a nostalgic childhood perspective.
Criticized for a meandering plot and underdeveloped themes.
Performances were noted but couldn't salvage the film's structural weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'My Life So Far' are scarce, but those available suggest a general indifference or disappointment, with viewers finding the film slow and lacking in memorable moments.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the semi-autobiographical novel 'The Summer of the Dancing Bear' by Peter Cameron.
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