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Surrender, Dorothy
When her daughter Sara unexpectedly passes away, Natalie retreats to the summer home where she and Sara used to visit. Time with her best friends and some of Sara's friends help her deal with her loss.
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Plot Summary
A woman, Sarah, discovers that her recently deceased father was secretly gay and had a long-term male partner. Struggling to reconcile this revelation with her upbringing, Sarah sets out to meet her father's partner and his family. Along the way, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting her own assumptions about love, family, and identity.
Critical Reception
Surrender, Dorothy received mixed reviews. While some critics praised its heartfelt exploration of family secrets and its lead performance, others found the narrative predictable and the execution somewhat uneven. Audience reactions were generally more positive, appreciating the film's emotional depth and relatable themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a daughter coming to terms with her father's hidden life.
Some found the story to be a bit too conventional and predictable.
Elizabeth Banks' performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Although Radha Mitchell is primarily known as an actress, 'Surrender, Dorothy' was one of her earlier directorial efforts.
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