Getting Grace
Getting Grace

Getting Grace

2018Movie112 minEnglish

Grace, a teenage girl dying of cancer crashes a funeral home to find out what will happen to her after she dies but ends up teaching the awkward funeral director, Bill Jankowski how to celebrate life.

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IMDb6.3/10
Google Users73%
Director: David M. RosenthalGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A precocious and terminally ill teenager, Grace, grapples with her impending death by orchestrating her own funeral before she's gone. As she navigates this unconventional path, she finds unexpected connections and a renewed appreciation for life's moments. Her journey forces those around her to confront their own mortality and the true meaning of living.

Critical Reception

While 'Getting Grace' aimed for a poignant and humorous take on a difficult subject, critical reception was largely mixed to positive, with some critics praising its sincerity and performances, while others found its tone occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its earnest portrayal of a serious theme with touches of humor.
  • Appreciated for the lead performance which brought depth to the character.
  • Some noted that the film's emotional beats could be inconsistent.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlighted the film's touching narrative and the compelling performance of its lead. Many found the story to be both moving and thought-provoking, appreciating its attempt to find lightness in a dark subject.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the city of Los Angeles.

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