Anyone who has navigated an aging parent’s care may recognize the mixture of guilt, helplessness and absurdity. The nursing-home sequence is repeatedly singled out as the most affecting passage.
Pros: aging commentary, self-deprecating comedy
Cons: shock comedy execution, humor
The family’s uncertainty can offer painful recognition to people dealing with dementia care. That closeness also makes the film overwhelming for some who have lived through similar experiences.
Pros: acting performance, supporting cast performance
Cons: Narrative structure, ending satisfaction