Never Too Late
Never Too Late

Movie spotlight

Never Too Late

2016
Movie
6 min
English

Never too late to find love with a stranger you meet out of nowhere.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Google Users73%
Director: Dean FrancisGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Four residents of a retirement village, all Vietnam War veterans, plot their escape to a more luxurious facility after their current one is deemed substandard. Their adventurous escape, however, is fraught with comedic mishaps and unexpected emotional turns as they confront their past and present.

Critical Reception

Never Too Late received a generally mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting the performances of its veteran cast, particularly Jacki Weaver and Paul Hogan, and its heartwarming, albeit sometimes predictable, story. Audience reception tended to be warmer, appreciating the film's humor and its exploration of aging and friendship.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming ensemble cast, especially the veteran actors.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted take on aging and friendship.

  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and formulaic.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film, citing its humor, the performances of Jacki Weaver and Paul Hogan, and its uplifting message about seizing life at any age. Some viewers found the storyline a bit cliché but were won over by the characters and the overall feel-good nature of the movie.

Fun Fact

Paul Hogan, famous for his role as Crocodile Dundee, made a notable return to acting with a significant role in this film.

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