Bestsellers
Bestsellers

Bestsellers

2011TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

From the creative team behind Anyone But Me, a comedy series about five modern professional women balancing life, career and book club.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users68%
Director: Linus RoacheGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling independent publishing house is on the brink of collapse. To save it, the owner decides to publish an unpublished manuscript left behind by a legendary, reclusive author who died years ago. The catch is that the author himself, Harris Shaw, is alive and well, and completely unwilling to let his work be published. He strikes a deal to promote the book on his terms, leading to a chaotic and often hilarious publicity tour across the country with his reluctant publisher, Lucy Wild.

Critical Reception

Bestsellers received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised the chemistry between the lead actors and the film's charming premise. While some found the plot predictable, many appreciated its lighthearted take on the publishing world and its gentle humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for the performances of Michael Caine and Aubrey Plaza.
  • Appreciated for its warm, character-driven comedy.
  • Some critics found the story formulaic but enjoyable.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed 'Bestsellers,' highlighting the entertaining performances and the heartwarming story. Many found it to be a pleasant and amusing film, though some felt it lacked originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, and was originally titled 'The Hearths of the Forest' before being changed to 'Bestsellers'.

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