We Are Gathered Here
We Are Gathered Here

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We Are Gathered Here

2019
Movie
82 min
English

When groom-to-be Ben's wild ex-girlfriend Jules bursts in to declare her love for him on the eve of his wedding to Lisa, Ben is suddenly faced with a decision he didn't realize he had to make. But that's the problem: he has to decide.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: David R. KincaidGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A darkly comedic drama centered around a funeral service where unexpected revelations and long-held secrets begin to surface among the attendees. As the eulogy progresses, the attendees find themselves confronting their pasts and their relationships with the deceased in profound and often awkward ways. The film explores themes of grief, memory, and the complexities of family dynamics.

Critical Reception

We Are Gathered Here received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its sharp dialogue and strong performances, particularly from its ensemble cast. However, some reviewers found the pacing uneven and the narrative occasionally meandering. Audiences generally appreciated the film's humor and its relatable exploration of difficult emotional territory.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty and insightful dialogue.

  • Applauded for the strong performances of its lead actors.

  • Criticized by some for a slightly slow narrative progression.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's blend of humor and emotional depth, with many highlighting the engaging performances and relatable themes of loss and remembrance.

Fun Fact

The film's intimate setting for the funeral service was intentionally designed to create a sense of claustrophobia and heightened emotional tension among the characters.

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