The Rest of Us
The Rest of Us

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The Rest of Us

2019
Movie
91 min
English

Set in Fall 2001 at Blair University, a motley crew of college students spring into action when forced to face a campus-wide mental health crisis.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users82%
Director: Aisling Chin-Yee, Sarah PolleyGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

When Cami's estranged mother dies, she discovers a half-sister she never knew existed. Her mother's will stipulates that the two sisters must live together for a year before they can inherit. Cami, a struggling writer, and her newly found sister, are forced to navigate their complicated pasts and forge an unlikely bond amidst grief and shared secrets.

Critical Reception

The Rest of Us received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its emotional depth and strong performances, particularly from its lead actresses. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat predictable, leading to a generally decent but not groundbreaking viewership experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt exploration of sisterhood and grief.

  • Criticized for its deliberate pacing and occasional narrative familiarity.

  • Lauded for the chemistry and performances of its lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's touching portrayal of family dynamics and the emotional journey of the characters, with many appreciating the nuanced performances and the film's hopeful undertones. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more developed or surprising.

Fun Fact

The film was co-directed by Aisling Chin-Yee and Sarah Polley, with Polley also co-writing the screenplay.

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