After the tear-fest that was Grey’s Anatomy for the past few weeks, the prospect of watching People Like Us last weekend was not one I looked at with optimism. A good cry is cathartic from time to time but did I really want a movie about a son losing his father, and a woman who was broken from the loss of hers?
I’m so glad I watched this movie, so I guess the answer is “yes, yes I do!”
My friend Crystal, who blogs at SimplyBeingMommy in Texas, shared her thoughts on this movie this past summer over dinner. After she explained the premise, I was captivated and made a note to catch this movie on DVD.
Chris Pine, who plays Sam, is a twenty-something, fast-talking salesman whose latest deal collapses the day he learns his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam is called home to put his father’s estate in order and reconnect with his estranged family. While there, he uncovers a startling secret that turns his entire world upside down — he has a 30-year-old sister (Banks) he never knew existed.
Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks are an awesome duo to watch on screen (this was truly Banks’ year with her awesome portrayal of Effie Tinket in The Hunger Games this summer) yet Michelle Pfeiffer who plays Sam’s mom in the movie is who really resonated with me.
The closing scene, which I had been given a heads up on before watching the movie, still made me sob. It’s absolutely heartbreaking and something, as a parent, that makes an impact. I won’t share the ending, of course, but will just say that you should probably have a box of tissues handy.
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I think although it sounds like a difficult movie to watch emotionally, sometimes those are good ones to watch too! 🙂
This movie sounds great – ty for the contest!
love to see this movie
Oddly enough, I love tear jerkers. This looks like a great movie with a super cast. Would love to see it.
I’ve been wanting to see this, I love a good tearjerker!!
Chris Pine is all kinds of yummy
I’d like to see this movie because of all the positive reviews. Looks like a tear jerker.
I haven’t seen it, but if you recommend it, I know it’s good! 😉 😉
This sounds like a great story. I would love to see it. I really like Elizabeth Banks. bekki1820cb at gmail dot com
I’d love to watch this movie as it sounds like a great movie and a tear-jerker too!
Looks like a great movie!
lokks like a nice movie for a saturday night1
The movie sounds great but rather emotional. Great for a Chick Flick Night
I’ve never heard of this movie before but it sounds really good!!
I want to see this movie because I like Chris Pine.
It sounds like a great storyline and one that is very involving. I would love to see it!
Its a challenge to find a movie with a good story line and this one looks like it does; so I’d love to see it
I’ve been wanting to see this movie. 🙂
I keep seeing reviews that this is a very good movie and I would like to see it (with a box of kleenex it looks like)
I want to see it because I love Chris Pine.
I would like to see it because I’m an Elizabeth Banks fan
I like these actors and i love emotional real movies.
I haven’t seen it and it sounds like it would be good.
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It’s sounds like a great movie
I’m tired of watching my husband’s action movies. I’d love to see something without explosions, shooting and car chases :\
This sounds like a great movie. I like sad movies — real life is sad sometimes after all….
Sounds like a good movie 🙂
it was such a great movie! would love to watch it again!
It looks like an emotionally gripping yet satisfying tale.
like to see because i love heartfelt dramas
I lost my Dad in April, and while I cry enough on my own without watching a movie like this, I would still love to see this.
I’d love to watch this movie as it is along the lines of what I like to watch; as for the tears I’m not sure
but will handle as they come along.
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Have not seen it…looks interesting
My life is always upside down, let’s see that I am not alone
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could be a good one for ladies retreat
I like the films of Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks
Looks like a fun movie
oh looks like a great moive ty
It has great reviewws on imdb.
sounds like a wonderful movie
I really wanted to see this movie in the thearter. I just dont’ get a chance to go with 2 small kids.
I have not seen this but really really want to. Wanted to see it in theatre, but with 5 kids, we don’t get out much. Thanks for the chance.
I want to see it because I have heard it is a great movie!
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This sounds like an interesting movie. Also, Michelle Pfeiffer is in this movie and I’m a fan.
I wanted to see it because the guy gets a sister and a nephew that he never knew that he had!
I haven’t seen this movie and would love to see it – not sure if DH would watch it with me though! LOL! He’s more of a comedy guy.
I have had a couple friends who have recommended this movie and have yet to see it.
I like Elizabeth Banks.
I havent seen this movie but Id love too, it looks like a real tearjerker, which I love. Thanks for the chance to win
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Never seen the movie