No Returns Accepted
No Returns Accepted

No Returns Accepted

2018Movie103 minPortuguese

Juca Valente owns a kiosk on the coast of São Paulo and just wants to have fun. An eternal flirt, he hates big responsibilities and doesn't think about having anything serious with anyone. But his life takes an entirely different turn when an American ex-girlfriend dumps a baby on him and disappears. Juca then leaves for the United States with the intention of returning the child, not imagining that he would start liking the idea of being a father.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Jay SilvermanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

When a young woman inherits her estranged grandmother's eccentric antique shop, she discovers a hidden world of peculiar items and even more peculiar customers. To keep the shop afloat and uncover family secrets, she must navigate quirky personalities, bizarre transactions, and her own reluctance to embrace her peculiar legacy.

Critical Reception

No Returns Accepted received a mixed to positive reception, with critics generally praising its quirky charm and performances, though some found the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and quirky humor.
  • Noted for strong performances from its ensemble cast.
  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in Los Angeles, with the antique shop set designed to reflect a lived-in, cluttered aesthetic that hints at a rich history.

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