Here we have a poignant drama about a "modern" family in today's society. The story folds around two teens Joni (Mia Wasikowska) and her brother Laser (Josh Hutcherson) as they reach out to their birth father, unbeknownst to their lesbian mothers Nic (Annette Bening) and Jules (Julianne Moore). Their father is an organic farmer who owns his own restaurant and his gigolo ways. Paul (Mark Ruffalo) never anticipated that when he made his donation, that it would have ever been put to use. However, once the sperm bank reaches out to him to see if he is interested in meeting his daughter, his is truly excited.
He quickly bonds with the kids, he teaches them something new and vice versa. Even Jules is quite receptive to Paul. Unfortunately, Nic is the hardest to win over.
What you learn in this film, is that although many family structures may be different, but the family dynamic is the same. There are ups and downs, highs and lows and it is how you handle these situations that truly define you. It is a pretty good movie and enjoyed watching it. I would definitely recommend anyone to watch because the acting is superb.
I give it a 9 out of 10.
Next up is "Moneyball."
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