Home Room
Seen it?2002 | 133 min | Drama
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With almost no lasting buzz and middling reviews (55% on Rotten Tomatoes), 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 2 hr 13 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
A high school shooting has repercussions on the town and students.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
55% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$5K worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 7K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Paul F. Ryan
- Erika ChristensenDeanna Cartwright
- Busy PhilippsAlicia Browning
- Victor GarberDet. martin Van Zandt
- Raphael SbargeDet. Macready
- Ken JenkinsPolice Captain
- Holland TaylorDr. Hollander
- Arthur TaxierMr. Browning
- James Pickens Jr.Principal Robbins
- Nathan WestJames
- Roxanne HartMrs. Cartwright