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Life as a House (2001) Reviews

Life as a House (2001)
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Kevin Kline stars as George, a down-on-his-luck architect in this tearjerker from Irwin Winkler (At First Sight, Guilty By Suspicion). A disdainful local character who draws disapproval from the community, particularly his neighbor played by Mary Steenburgen, George sets out to change his life after suddenly losing his longtime job and discovering he's terminally ill (he has cancer). Attempting to reconnect with his estranged and troubled son, Sam (Hayden Christiansen), George endeavors to spend the summer they have together building his dream home by the sea. The laborious process leads to the rebuilding of dissipated relationships, the birth of new ones, and all-around healing. ~ Rachel Deahl, Rovi

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Starring:
Kevin Kline, Kristin Scott Thomas, (more)
Director(s):
Irwin Winkler
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Anita E.

I really enjoyed this movie. If you have ever taken your life or the people who surround you for granted, this movie is for you. I have watched at least 10 movies rated at 4 stars lately, and this was the only one that I feel actually deserved 4+ stars. There are some funny scenes and some sad scenes. Overall, this is a great story of life.

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Daniel P.

Has a made for TV, feel to it. But this feature has a good message, as well as a good Cast of actors, beautiful scenery, etc. The end is powerful and inspiring

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Artie G.

Not sure why I didn't give it 5 stars, this movie was great. Kevin Kline was superb- I'm sharing movies I've seen with a friend, and what a departure for him after watching A Fish Called Wanda. A movie about developing character, growth, relationships.

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Diane P.

I loved this movie! In fact, the first time i watched it, the last 30 minutes on the DVD was messed up and I was so into the movie I had to get it again just to see the ending. Usually I would have just blown it off, but this movie was just too good.

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HARVEY N.

Wow! Fabulous performances by ALL - especially Hayden Christensen. To think this was filmed BEFORE Star Wars. It shows his acting chops! This should be on the top of your viewing list!

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Theresa G.

I loved this movie. I had to have a box of tissues before it was finished.

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Larry M.

I liked this film. I'd forgotten how good an actor Kline is. The language is a little rough in places for little kids to watch but it is appropriate for the movie. Usually I like a lot of shootin' and killin'. This film surprised me.

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Stephanie W.

Great movie!!!

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Donald L.

Great movie. We had our teenage sons watch it with us. They really liked it.

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Nora J.

Good movie felt like that somethings could have been left out and then it would have been a great movie.

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    Anita E.

    I really enjoyed this movie. If you have ever taken your life or the people who surround you for granted, this movie is for you. I have watched at least 10 movies rated at 4 stars lately, and this was the only one that I feel actually deserved 4+ stars. There are some funny scenes and some sad scenes. Overall, this is a great story of life.

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    Daniel P.

    Has a made for TV, feel to it. But this feature has a good message, as well as a good Cast of actors, beautiful scenery, etc. The end is powerful and inspiring

    Yes   |   No

     
    Artie G.

    Not sure why I didn't give it 5 stars, this movie was great. Kevin Kline was superb- I'm sharing movies I've seen with a friend, and what a departure for him after watching A Fish Called Wanda. A movie about developing character, growth, relationships.

    Yes   |   No

     
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