New on Plex | All We Had (2016) | StreamingGuide.ca

Amid the 2008 financial crisis, Rita and her teenage daughter, Ruthie, find themselves without a home after their house is foreclosed. Rita’s relationship with Lee, a dentist, offers a brief respite, but their stability is short-lived. Ruthie’s discontent leads her on a journey of self-discovery and reconciliation with her mother, ultimately finding a sense of belonging. The narrative explores themes of resilience, mother-daughter bonds, and the search for home amidst adversity.

Length: 1h 44m
Genre: Drama
This Title is: Heartfelt and Reflective

All We Had is New on Plex in Canada!

Trailer

Cast

Katie Holmes as Rita Carmichael
Stefania LaVie Owen as Ruthie Carmichael
Luke Wilson as Lee

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R

Content warnings were not detailed in the sources, but given the themes, viewer discretion regarding younger audiences is advised.

Trivia

Katie Holmes made her directorial debut with this movie, which is based on the 2014 novel by Annie Weatherwax.
The movie premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 15, 2016, before its release on December 9, 2016, by Gravitas Ventures.
The film’s portrayal of the 2008 financial crisis backdrop adds a layer of realism and urgency to the story of survival and resilience.

Our Review

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The movie presents a compelling story of survival and the mother-daughter relationship amidst adversity. While praised for its heartfelt performances, especially by Katie Holmes and Stefania LaVie Owen, the movie has been critiqued for its straightforward storytelling, lacking deeper layers of complexity. It navigates economic hardship and personal struggles, yet some reviewers felt it played it too safe, lacking the tension one might expect from such a backdrop. Nonetheless, it’s a touching narrative that highlights the resilience of its characters, offering moments of genuine emotion and reflection.