One Last Time
One Last Time

Movie spotlight

One Last Time

2021
Movie
7 min
German

A father and his estranged son are confronted with each other on their way to the funeral home where the body of their mother and wife is laid out.

Insights

IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users82%
Director: Clint EastwoodGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

Gus Lobel, a legendary baseball scout, is growing old and his eyesight is failing, making it difficult to continue his career. His estranged daughter, Mickey, a driven entertainment lawyer, travels with him on his last scouting trip to North Carolina to find a promising young player. During the trip, they confront their past and begin to mend their strained relationship.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for Clint Eastwood's performance and direction, but some criticism for its predictable plot and pacing. Audiences generally responded positively, appreciating the emotional core of the story and Eastwood's presence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Clint Eastwood delivers a poignant final performance, showcasing his signature understated style.

  • The father-daughter dynamic provides an emotional anchor, though the narrative treads familiar ground.

  • A serviceable sports drama that leans heavily on Eastwood's veteran presence.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated Clint Eastwood's performance and the film's heartfelt story about family and second chances. Some found the pacing a bit slow, but most enjoyed the emotional resonance and nostalgic feel.

Fun Fact

While the film is about baseball scouting, Clint Eastwood is famously a fan of another sport, golf, and has even owned a golf course.

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