19/34
Writer-director Hallie Meyers-Shyer wrote the title role specifically for Michael Keaton
Andy Goodrich’s life is turned upside down when his wife enters rehab, leaving him alone with their young children. Goodrich relies on Grace, his daughter from his first marriage, as he finally becomes the father she never had. “I wrote it 100 percent with him in mind,” she said: “To the point where he would have said no, I would have buried him and myself in the yard.” The box of “Cinnamon Toast” keeps spinning 180 degrees during the breakfast scene.
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Andy: If life ain’t kicking your ass, it ain’t doing its job. Score from Casablanca Written by Max Steiner. Studio Orchestra.
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Entertainment Inc. and Turner Entertainment Co. Goodrich starts off a little inconsistently, but gradually picks up steam, especially toward the end.
The film offers some heartwarming moments, but the first act suffers from an over-exposition that feels forced and unnatural
Rather than relying on dialogue-heavy scenes, the story would have benefited from more exposure to the developing relationship between Goodrich and his eldest daughter, Grace. Unfortunately, too much time is spent on the somewhat inconsequential dynamic between Goodrich and Michael Urie’s character (Terry), which detracts from the main plot. The film also struggles to balance its serious moments, often punctuated by forced witty dialogue that diminishes the emotional impact.
For a second-year director, it was satisfactory
Despite its flaws, "Goodrich" manages to deliver a somewhat satisfying ending, though it could have reached deeper emotional heights with better pacing and character focus.