Grandma
Seen it?2015 | 78 min | Comedy, Drama
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
Critics loved it (91% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it made about 12 times its budget, though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Transamerica or Parenthood, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
- The mood
- Funny with heart.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 18 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
- Audiences were cooler on it than critics.
Self-described misanthrope Elle Reid has her protective bubble burst when her 18-year-old granddaughter, Sage, shows up needing help. The two of them go on a day-long journey that causes Elle to come to terms with her past and Sage to confront her future.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsVery strong
91% on Rotten Tomatoes, 77 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Nominated for 1 Golden Globe and 1 Critics' Choice Award.
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$7 million worldwide on a $600K budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 42K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Paul Weitz
- Lily TomlinElle
- Julia GarnerSage
- Marcia Gay HardenJudy
- Judy GreerOlivia
- Laverne CoxDeathy
- Elizabeth PeñaCarla
- Sarah BurnsJill
- Colleen CampBonobo Customer
- Lauren TomDoctor
- Judy GeesonFrancesca