Monday Morning Maybe

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2008 | 101 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With just 17% on Rotten Tomatoes, almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.1 out of 10 from audiences, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved My Own Private Idaho, start here. Audiences love it more than critics do: a crowd-pleaser first.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 41 min.
What might put you off
Rated R: meant for adults.

When her boyfriend is arrested for marijuana possession, Joleen Reedy and her 11-year-old daughter, Tara, take refuge with Joleen's aimless brother, James. Joleen soon runs off with a truck driver, and James is unable to meet his responsibilities. After Child Protective Services takes possession of Tara, James abducts her from a foster home, and the two travel from California to Utah, where his abusive father lives.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsWeak

    17% on Rotten Tomatoes, 40 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.1 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $209K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 18K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by William Maher

  • Nick StahlJames
  • AnnaSophia RobbTara
  • Charlize TheronJoleen
  • Woody HarrelsonRandall
  • Dennis HopperMr. Reedy
  • Deborra-Lee FurnessDanni
  • Callum Keith RennieWill
  • Amy MatysioSharon
  • Simon ChinRandall's Friend
  • Mathew St. PatrickDetective #1