The Men's Club
The Men's Club

The Men's Club

1986Movie101 minEnglish

Seven men have a group session and share their feelings on women, love, life and work.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes33%
Google Users60%
Director: Peter MedakGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Four middle-aged men, facing various personal crises, decide to form a therapeutic club to discuss their issues. Led by a successful but emotionally distant businessman, the group delves into their relationships with women, their careers, and their own mortality. As they open up, they begin to confront their pasts and search for meaning in their lives.

Critical Reception

The Men's Club received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some acknowledged the potential of its premise and performances, many found the film to be heavy-handed and melodramatic. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its heavy-handed approach to male bonding and emotional issues.
  • Performances from the lead actors were sometimes cited as a redeeming quality.
  • The film's exploration of midlife crises was often seen as superficial and underdeveloped.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a somewhat dated exploration of men's issues, with some appreciating the attempt at drama but others finding it lacking in depth and emotional resonance.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel of the same name by Roy London, who also co-wrote the screenplay.

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