Friendsgiving
Director: Nicol Paone
Actors: Malin Akerman, Kat Dennings, Jack Donnelly
PlotMolly and Abby, best friends with contrasting personalities, plan to spend a quiet, low-key Thanksgiving together after both experience recent relationship turmoil. Molly, recently divorced and navigating single motherhood, hopes for a calm evening with her son. Abby, nursing a broken heart after a tough breakup, is eager for some downtime away from romantic complexities. However, their plans quickly unravel as friends, ex-lovers, and eccentric acquaintances turn up uninvited, transforming the once-intimate holiday gathering into a chaotic feast filled with laughter, misunderstandings, and unexpected confrontations.
As more guests arrive, ranging from Molly's free-spirited mother to Abby's surprisingly charming ex-girlfriend, the dynamics at the dinner table become increasingly unpredictable. Conversations around relationships, personal growth, and friendship intertwine with the usual Thanksgiving activities, making it a memorable event full of heartfelt moments and comedic interactions. The dinner turns into an opportunity for everyone to confront their personal issues while discovering the true meaning of friendship and family amidst the madness.
Writers: Nicol Paone
Release Date: 23 Oct 2020
Runtime: 95 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
While 'Friendsgiving' offers an amusing and eclectic cast, its wandering plot and desperate attempts for laughs limit its full potential; technical merits are solid.
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