John Krasinski, Maya Rudolph, Jeff Daniels
A couple who is expecting their first child travel around the U.S. in order to find a perfect place to start their family. Along the way, they have misadventures and find fresh connections with an ass...( read more
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DVD Release Date: September 29, 2009
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November 17, 2009It was somewhat slow, but I think it was meant to be that way. The acting of John Krasinski and Maya Rudolph were done well. It had it's funny, sweet, and sad moments. Overall, not a bad movie.
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October 6, 2009"I love my babies. Why would I want to push them away from me?"
A couple who is expecting their first child travel around the U.S. in order to find a perfect place to start their family. Along the way, they have misadventures and find fresh connections with an assortment ...( read more) -
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July 29, 2009Taking its cue from other recent movies about expectant couples, but not obviously so, the film is more adult in its conflicts than 'Juno' and less vulgar than 'Knocked Up'. It is really a film about searching; for answers, for security, for a place of belonging; and the uncertai...( read more)
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July 5, 2009It'd be an overstatement to suggest that "Away We Go" has given us an innovative new way in which romantic dramedies can be told, but I cannot express enough just how refreshing it is to see a film that avoids many of the typical processions of modern romantic films. Neither part...( read more)
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November 21, 2009Um pequeno e doce filme de Sam Mendes, em contra ponto ao desilusório Foi Apenas um Sonho
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November 20, 2009This was such a sweet and romantic movie. John Kransinsk gives a strong performance and is a perfect fit for Burt and Maya Rudolpfh is a pleasant surprise as Verona...Charming, witty, romantic, and even a little sad...This is not Sam Mendes' best film, but it's certainly worth vi...( read more)
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November 18, 2009Repeat viewings have only enhanced this one. I don't know what Oscar season will bring, but as yet this is my year's favorite.
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November 16, 2009I would expect so much more from Sam Mendes. I understand that maybe he wanted a nice light Indie flick to do after the last couple intense dramas he has been doing, but that doesn't mean you have to follow the freaking hipster Indie handbook. Change it up a bit Sam and make it y...( read more)
Critic Reviews
September 18, 2009
Nigel Andrews, The Financial Times
June 12, 2009
Mick LaSalle, San Francisco Chronicle
Away We Go comes with a pedigree that's undeniable, but this time the filmmakers benefit from the experience, and the audience barely breaks even. full review
June 12, 2009
Liam Lacey, Globe and Mail
Krasinski and Rudolph make a convincing, uncertain young couple, a bit smarter than the usual slacker set. full review
June 11, 2009
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
Sam Mendes' Away We Go is a film for nice people to see. full review
June 7, 2009
Pete Hammond, Hollywood.com
This hapless and annoying episodic comedy is one road trip you'll probably wish you hadn't taken. full review
June 5, 2009
Kyle Smith, New York Post
Director Sam Mendes fails to make them as beautifully fragile as he wants to. full review
June 5, 2009
Stephanie Zacharek, Salon.com
The main sin of Away We Go is simple dullness. full review
June 5, 2009
Claudia Puig, USA Today
Away We Go is an exploratory and occasionally bittersweet trek that takes unexpected turns and winds up in an emotionally satisfying place. full review
June 5, 2009
A.O. Scott, The New York Times
Does it sound as if I hate this movie? Don't be silly. But don't be fooled. This movie does not like you. full review
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