In "Parenthood", Ron Howard looks at the vicissitudes of having a family. Focusing on several families, the movie makes the most of itself. Steve Martin is the nominal star, but many other people show themselves to be just as capable in their roles, especially Mary Steenburgen as Martin's ever-loving wife, and Tom Hulce as the immature sibling. Some parts seem to have been thrown in for comic relief (like that one song), but the movie never gets idiotic. A particularly funny scene is what Steve Martin does at the birthday party (and specifically, how he explains his presence).
All in all, this movie makes family life look scary, fun, weird, and insane, all at the same time. It's one flick that you won't find boring. Also starring Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards, Rick Moranis, Martha Plimpton, Keanu Reeves, and even a very young Joaquin Phoenix.
All in all, this movie makes family life look scary, fun, weird, and insane, all at the same time. It's one flick that you won't find boring. Also starring Dianne Wiest, Jason Robards, Rick Moranis, Martha Plimpton, Keanu Reeves, and even a very young Joaquin Phoenix.