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The movie Instant Family was directed by Sean Anders and produced by Sean Anders, Marc Evans, Stephen Levinson, John Morris, and Mark Wahlberg. The film s wri

Instant Family Movie Review

Instant Family Movie Review English Movie Review
Review for the film " Instant Family"
Streaming On: Netflix
Runtime: 1 hour 58 minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 16-11-2018
Genre: Drama, Comedy
3.5 / 5.0
3.61 / 5.0

The movie “Instant Family” was directed by Sean Anders Sean Anders is an American film producer, director >> Read More... and produced by Sean Anders, Marc Evans, Stephen Levinson, John Morris John Morris is a writer and director. He wrote the >> Read More... , and Mark Wahlberg One of the multi-awarded youngest and finest star; >> Read More... . The film’s writers are Sean Anders and John Morris. The film features Mark Wahlberg, Rose Byrne The famous English actress Rose Byrne was born in >> Read More... , Isabela Merced, Gustavo Escobar, Julianna Gamiz, Octavia Spencer Octavia Lenora Spencer born in Montgomery, Alabama >> Read More... , Tig Notaro, Tom Segura Tom Segura (conceived April 16, 1979) is an Americ >> Read More... , Allyn Rachel, Britt Rentschler, Jody Thompson, Margo Martindale, Julie Hagerty   Julie Hagerty is an American actress and preced >> Read More... , Michael O’Keefe, Joan Cusack Joan Cusack was born on October 11, 1972. She was >> Read More... , Gary Weeks   Gary Weeks, born on June 4, 1972, in Wiesbaden, >> Read More... , Joy Jacobson, and Andrea Anders. Michael Andrews Michael Andrews (conceived November 17, 1967) is a >> Read More... composed the music used in the film. The film’s cinematographer was Brett Pawlak, and the film’s editor was Brad Wilhite.  

Plot 

The film follows Pete Wagner, played by Mark Wahlberg, and Ellie Wagner, played by Roe Byrne, a couple pondering to adopt children. When they meet social workers and express their reluctance to adopt a teenager, Lizzie, played by Isabela Merced, lambasts them. They are impressed by her tenacity and express their wish to adopt her. They were informed that Lizzie also has two younger siblings they must adopt. The Wagners adopt the three siblings and begin their chaotic life with a rebellious Lizzie, her younger sister who only eats potato chips and an emotionally sensitive younger brother. The film follows them as they try to set aside their differences and embrace the concept of becoming a real family.

Star Performance 

The entire cast performs well. Isabela Merced is spectacular as Lizzie. Merced perfectly portrays Lizzie’s tough and rebellious side and the emotional side she tries to hide from everyone. She displays a foster child’s struggle, vulnerability, and fragility.

Analysis 

The film has a great concept and a stellar cast. The film disappoints by trying to neutralize emotional, traumatic events by introducing humor.  

What’s There?

• A heartwarming story of the formation of a loving family

• Spectacular performance by Isabela Merced, displaying her vast acting range 

What’s Not There?

• The film is not well-paced, and the transitions from heavily emotional scenes to comedy are not smooth.

Verdict

Overall, “Instant Family” is an entertaining film. The viewers see the tribulations foster children go through and how a loving family gets formed. So, the film would be a good watch for drama and comedy enthusiasts.


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