Marnie Minervini, recently widowed, relocates to Los Angeles to be closer to her daughter Lori. With her upbeat personality, Marnie tries to find her new purpose in life while potentially opening her heart to new love. Despite the light-hearted surface, the film explores deeper themes of grief and the complexity of a mother-daughter relationship, as Marnie meddles with Lori’s life, leading to both humorous and touching moments.
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Length: 1h 40m
Genre: Comedy, Drama
This Title is: Heartfelt, Humorous
Cast
Susan Sarandon, Rose Byrne, J.K. Simmons, Cecily Strong, Jason Ritter
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 – Includes brief drug content
Trivia
- The film had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2015.
- Lorene Scafaria drew on personal experiences to write and direct the story, imbuing it with genuine emotional depth.
- The Meddler was both a critical and modest box office success, grossing over $5 million worldwide against a $3.2 million budget.
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The Meddler is an engaging and thoughtful drama with comedic elements that explore complex familial relationships and personal growth. Susan Sarandon delivers a nuanced performance as Marnie, capturing the overbearing yet loving nature of her character that resonates with anyone who has navigated the intricate dynamics of close family ties. The story cleverly balances its emotional weight with humor, making it a relatable and touching watch.