Irina Palm
Seen it?2007 | 103 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
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.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 43 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Maggie, a quiet retiring grandmother, finds herself helpless as her grandson’s health deteriorates. When one last chance appears, but money is desperately short, Maggie acts to raise the cash in a fashion that surprises everyone but her.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
67% on Rotten Tomatoes, 55 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
6.9 out of 10
- AwardsWeak
1 win and 2 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$11 million worldwide on a $5 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Sam Garbarski
- Marianne FaithfullMaggie
- Predrag 'Miki' ManojlovićMiki
- Kevin BishopTom
- Siobhan HewlettSarah
- Dorka GryllusLuisa
- Jenny AgutterJane
- Corey BurkeOlly
- Meg Wynn OwenJulia
- Susan HitchBeth
- Flip WebsterEdith