The Retirement
The Retirement

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The Retirement

2019
Movie
91 min
Spanish

Rodolfo (Luis Brandoni) is a retired doctor. Since he was widowed a few years ago, he lives alone in his house. For an unexpected event, his daughter Laura (Nancy Dupláa) with whom he barely speaks, needs to move with him for a few days. The coexistence will bring old discussions to the table, wounds that did not heal and the opportunity for them to connect again.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: Jeff T. ThomasGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of seniors living in a retirement community decide to rob a bank to fund their failing facility. They plot and execute a heist that tests their resolve and their friendships, all while trying to evade the authorities.

Critical Reception

The Retirement Plan received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often pointed to its formulaic plot and uneven tone. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the lighthearted take on a heist film with an older cast, while others found it lacking in originality and depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements, leading to a disjointed viewing experience.

  • While the premise offers some novelty, the execution is largely predictable and uninspired.

  • The cast does their best with the material, but it's not enough to elevate the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Retirement Plan' are scarce, making it difficult to ascertain a definitive consensus. Where available, reactions tend to reflect a similar division as critical reception, with some viewers enjoying the premise and performances, while others found it to be a forgettable and unoriginal comedy.

Fun Fact

Despite being released in 2019, the film's production details and exact festival run are not widely documented, suggesting a limited theatrical or streaming release.

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