Earthly Possessions
Earthly Possessions

Earthly Possessions

1999Movie98 minEnglish

A bored homemaker planning to run away from her minister husband is taken hostage in a bank robbery. However, she sees the thrill in being involved in the chase and becomes an accomplice to the young robber.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Rob IscoveGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A recently divorced woman, frustrated with her life, impulsively decides to go on the run with a charming but unreliable salesman. Their spontaneous journey leads them through unexpected encounters and self-discovery as they navigate the open road and their own complicated lives. The film explores themes of freedom, regret, and the search for happiness in unconventional circumstances.

Critical Reception

Earthly Possessions received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Susan Sarandon, others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and lacking in depth. The film was noted for its charming, albeit sometimes meandering, narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lead performances, especially Susan Sarandon.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of significant narrative development.
  • Seen as a light, character-driven dramedy with moments of charm.

Google audience: Audience reception for Earthly Possessions is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

Although released in 1999, 'Earthly Possessions' was based on a 1970 novel of the same name by Anne Tyler.

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