The Hollars

John Krasinski, as actor and director, tackles the most clichéd genre in the movie business -- the dysfunctional family dramedy. The big difference is he pulls it off with uncommon humor and compassion.

This film really carried itself well through out thanks to an incredible script by James Strouse. It had all the character development in all the right places and each actor really played their part with such tremendous range. It was a gripping and emotional story that lead to the right moment to end. This film had a particular story to tell and at the end there was so much more left open to tell but it really captured the true essense of how quickly emotions can go from one extreme to another

Middle of the road family dramedy. If you have watched any decent amount of movies this should feel incredibly familiar, but the cast is likable and does a decent job.

Good deal better than the critics suggest.

#18#, exp3, rw2, story, cast

John Krasinski est un mec adorable ! Je n'arrive pas à imaginer ce mec en colère ! Même si dans mes cauchemars les plus fous j’adorerais ça ! Sérieusement ce film est tout ce que vous savez déjà du genre. Margot Martindale est le personnage qui sait exactement quand, et comment vous devez pleurer. Une bonne comédie dramatique comme les américains savent les faire, et un bon début de carrière pour le Krasinski réalisateur après un premier film très moyen.

The cinematic equivalent of unseasoned porridge; really bland.

That's not to suggest that this earnest dramedy won't have its detractors. Some cynics might balk at the pic's sentimental denouement. And this movie's unfortunate profanity--especially those misuses of Jesus' name--may drive it out of bounds for family-focused viewers who would likely appreciate its significant, positive themes the most. (pluggedin.com)

The character are likeable and relatable, it's a sweet movie, with a light touch and a "common folk" look on the bittersweet taste of life. John Krasinski looks like it's showing what has learned from The Office, here. Competent effort, but not enough for me.

Very on the nose and very good. Especially Anna Kendrick.