Ezra movie review

MOVIE TITLE: Ezra

This realistic movie about autism is now playing in theaters, as well as streaming on Fandango at Home.

RATING: R

LENGTH: 1 hour 40 minutes

Movie Review Mom GRADE: B+

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IN A NUTSHELL:

The story is based on a true story and is about a comedian who co-parents an autistic son with his ex-wife. Faced with crucial decisions about Ezra’s future, Max and Ezra go on a life-changing road trip.

Already, the film has been nominated for and won awards at several film festivals. The movie was directed by Tony Goldwyn, who also has a small role in the film, and co-produces the film distributed by Bleecker Street.

THINGS I LIKED:

The cast is terrific and includes especially great performances by Bobby Cannavale, Rose Byrne, and the young William A. Fitzgerald.
Robert De Niro is always great in all of his movies.
We also get entertaining performances from actors who play small roles such as Rainn Wilson, Whoopi Goldberg, and Vera Farmiga.
Real-life stand-up comedians perform bits during the movie.
There are some charming moments that just might cause your eyes to leak. Bring tissues just in case.

THINGS I DIDN’T LIKE:

Soooo much yelling.
I was surprised that the movie poster left off Rose Byrne since she’s a huge part of the movie. This is one of her best performances.

TIPS FOR PARENTS:

Lots of profanity, including too many F-bombs
We see a kid pee on a picture on the wall
Some violence
A kid gets kit by a car

THEMES:

Autism
Co-parenting by divorced parents
Doing what’s best for children
Sacrifices
Redemption
Conflict
Medicating children
Breaking the law
Choices & consequences

FUNNY LINES:

“All those who believe in psychokinesis, raise my hand.” – Max Bernal (Bobby Cannavale)
“Don’t tell Max I ratted him out. I’m not strong.” – (Rain Wilson)
“This place looks like a demon movie waiting to happen.” – Ezra (William A. Fitzgerald)
“I don’t mean to be rude, but that wasn’t as easy as it looked, so I would appreciate it if you wouldn’t distract me.” – Ezra (William A. Fitzgerald)

INTERESTING LINES:

“Telling the truth…that’s your superpower.” – Max Bernal (Bobby Cannavale)
“Sometimes, life gets messy. And it’s okay if it does.” – Max Bernal (Bobby Cannavale)