Hilarious, harrowing and heartbreaking, "The Squid and the Whale" is one of the best movies of the year. Named after the diorama at the venerable Museum of Natural History in New York in which those mortal enemies of the sea are locked in eternal combat, writer-director Noah Baumbach's semi-autobiographical dissection of a family in meltdown is graced with whip-smart dialogue, dipped-in-acid observations and extraordinary performances including a career-defining one by Jeff Daniels. Read the full review
When Bernard Berkman, an academic and author, and his restlest wife Joan, an up-and-coming writer, have given up on their marriage. When they divorce and begin new relationships, their sons, Walt (16) and Frank (12), are left to grapple with confusing and conflicted feelings.
Director: Noah Baumbach
Starring: Jeff Daniels, Laura Linney, Jesse Eisenberg, Owen Kline, Anna Paquin
Run time: 88 minutes
Release date: Oct. 5, 2005
Rating: R for strong sexual content, graphic dialogue and language.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: A
"One of the best movies of the year."
Austin American-Statesman: 4 of 5 stars
"The family ... might not be one anyone would want to join, but it's an easy one to get wrapped up in for an hour and a half."
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