Peace, Love & Misunderstanding
Peace, Love & Misunderstanding

Peace, Love & Misunderstanding

2011Movie96 minEnglish

A conservative lawyer named Diane takes her two teenage children Jake and Zoe to meet their estranged, hippie grandmother in Woodstock after her husband asks for a divorce.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users59%
Director: Bruce BeresfordGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A tightly wound New York City lawyer, Diane, decides to take her two teenagers on a trip to visit her eccentric, bohemian mother, Grace, in the countryside. What was meant to be a simple visit turns into a chaotic and eye-opening experience as Diane confronts her past and her mother's unconventional lifestyle. The visit becomes complicated by a handsome musician and a sudden family crisis.

Critical Reception

Peace, Love & Misunderstanding received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the performances, particularly Jane Fonda's, and the film's lighthearted approach to family dynamics, others found the plot predictable and the humor inconsistent. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many enjoying the feel-good nature and Fonda's presence, while some found it too simplistic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Jane Fonda's vibrant performance as the free-spirited mother.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uneven comedic elements.
  • Appreciated for its gentle exploration of intergenerational family relationships.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a pleasant, if unremarkable, comedy-drama. Many enjoyed the performances and the film's positive messages about family and self-discovery, though some noted that it lacked originality and depth.

Fun Fact

Jane Fonda, who plays the free-spirited mother, actually owns a ranch in New Mexico and has embraced a more natural lifestyle, which she felt helped her connect with the character.

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