Raising Genius
Raising Genius

Raising Genius

2004Movie83 minEnglish

The film is about a boy who locks himself in the bathroom to work out math equations on the shower wall. The boy has obsessive compulsive parents. The boy is obsessed with a cheerleader named Lacy, who lives across the street from.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Blythe DannerGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A man who was a child prodigy is determined to prevent his own son from becoming one. However, his son, an aspiring filmmaker, must use his intelligence to help his father win a bodybuilding competition.

Critical Reception

Raising Genius received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the humor uninspired. Audiences also had a lukewarm reception, with its family-friendly premise not quite resonating.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and unoriginal script.
  • The comedic elements fall flat, failing to elicit genuine laughs.
  • Character development is minimal, making it hard for viewers to connect.

Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Despite being directed by actress Blythe Danner, the film did not receive significant critical attention or major awards.

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