Inspired by films like Kramer vs. Kramer and Terms Of Endearment, filmmaker, Hallie Meyers-Shyer wanted to write about different generations of children from different marriages coming together to form a modern family and the complex dynamics that came with it, and she succeeded.
Goodrich is a lovely film, although there were times I couldn’t help but have a few tears, particularly at the end. There were also moments when I was laughing out loud. It was a melding of comedy with drama and the dynamics between Michale Keaton (Andy Goodrich) and Mila Kunis (Grace Goodrich, playing the role of Andy’s daughter) was a perfect blend. They made the film.
The film tests and explores its leading character Andy where actor Michael Keaton showcased both his character’s lovable qualities and his flaws.
Goodrich is a movie about coming of age at any age, about sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, marriage and divorce, and about realising what matters in life is the ones you love.
Hallie Meyers-Shyer is a screenwriter and director. In 2017, she made her directorial debut, Home Again, starring Reese Witherspoon.
The Story
Set against the backdrop of Los Angeles during Christmas time, a feeling only ever captured by a Beach Boys Christmas Album. The holiday season was the perfect time to set this story as it’s the time of year that puts a spotlight on family and togetherness, a time that can be filled with love and laughter and for so many, a feeling of loneliness.
Andy Goodrich’s life is upended when his wife and mother of their nine-year-old twins enter a 90-day rehab program, leaving him on his own with their young kids, and finding himself in the position of being the sole parent. Thrust into the world of modern parenthood, Goodrich leans on his daughter from his first marriage, Grace, as he ultimately evolves into the father Grace always wanted.
His life has always largely been consumed by work, causing Andy to never really give his kids the father they deserve while leaning a little too heavily on his adult daughter Grace from his first marriage.
Grace, now pregnant with her first child, watches from the sidelines as Andy learns to give his next generation of kids the very thing Grace’s childhood lacked, him. As his work life comes to an end, Andy must grapple with the universe changing his course both personally and professionally, which may ultimately be just what he needs.
Cast and Crew
Written & Directed by: Hallie Meyers-Shyer
Produced by: Daniela Taplin Lundberg, Kevin Mann, Dave Caplan
Starring: Michael Keaton, Mila Kunis, Carmen Ejogo, Michael Urie, Kevin Pollak, Vivien Lyra Blair, Nico Hiraga, Danny Deferrari, with Laura Benanti and Andie MacDowell
In Cinemas November 21
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Ruth Greening holds a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Psychology & Philosophy. Before retirement, she worked for over 40 years in the corporate world in Melbourne and Brisbane and progressed into senior management positions and project roles for both private industry and government.
In her 70’s, she continues in casual roles as a freelance writer, model, and actor participating in small movies, TV commercials and User Generated Content.
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