Beatriz at Dinner

Name: Beatriz at Dinner
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: June 9, 2017
Duration: 82 min
Rating: 68
Cast: Amy Landecker, Chloë Sevigny, Connie Britton, David Warshofsky, Enrique Castillo

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Roadside Attractions | Release Date: June 9, 2017 | Not Rated

Starring: Amy Landecker, Chloë Sevigny, Connie Britton, David Warshofsky, Enrique Castillo, Jay Duplass, John Early, John Lithgow, Salma Hayek, Sean O'Bryan, Soledad St. Hilaire

Summary: Beatriz (Salma Hayek), an immigrant from a poor town in Mexico, has drawn on her innate kindness to build a career as a health practitioner in Los Angeles. Doug Strutt (John Lithgow) is a cutthroat, self-satisfied billionaire. When these two opposites meet at a dinner party, their worlds collide and neither will ever be the same.

Director: Miguel Arteta

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy

Rating: Not Rated

Runtime: 82 min

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Justin Chang

Jun 8, 2017

This queasily funny and suspenseful movie is more than a smirking exercise in ideological deck stacking, and to praise it for its political relevance would be to understate its subtlety and specificity. Read full review

Barbara VanDenburgh

Jun 15, 2017

The real power of Beatriz at Dinner is that it isn’t about politics but the human heart. Beatriz and Strutt are not arguing legislation; they’re arguing two visions of the American dream, two visions of the human soul. Read full review

Kimberley Jones

Jun 14, 2017

Unvarnished and often silent, she (Hayek) holds the camera’s gaze like a dare. She cuts such a striking figure, you’ll want to follow her anywhere … and where the film ultimately follows is utterly gutting. Read full review

Melissa Anderson

Jun 8, 2017

Beatriz, a person committed to doing good in the world, can be obtuse in reading social cues and fatiguingly sanctimonious, her wearisome traits finely calibrated by Hayek. Read full review

Peter Rainer

Jul 30, 2017

Hayek gives one of her better performances, though – she makes it clear that Beatriz may be righteous, but she’s also more than a bit unhinged – and Lithgow is so good at playing CEO oiliness that you have to smile. He’s the man you love to hate. Read full review

Movie Nation Roger Moore

Jun 29, 2017

The movie revels in watching the out-of-place Beatriz as she quietly observes the guests arriving wearing clothes and jewels that cost more than her broken car. Read full review

Alonso Duralde

Jun 8, 2017

Somehow, the blistering comedy you would expect never quite manifests, and instead we get a lot of on-the-nose sermonizing and weak-tea social commentary. Read full review

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pdw123

Jul 19, 2017

This is an incredible independent film so no reason for the "trolls" on here trying to slam it probably just because of its perceived politics which are debatable, but that's what a great film does--makes you talk about it afterwards. Clocking in at just over 80 minutes, proof that you canThis is an incredible independent film so no reason for the "trolls" on here trying to slam it probably just because of its perceived politics which are debatable, but that's what a great film does--makes you talk about it afterwards. Clocking in at just over 80 minutes, proof that you can edit a film that short and still it just works--the plot, acting, dialogue, everything--even the cinematography and dream sequences she has are beautiful. And, supporting cast is also brilliant. There are very few mainstream/lamestream studio films that I could say that about these days!… Expand

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reba

Nov 7, 2017

I wish the ending had been different, but for me there was hope that Beatriz' warning to Strutt's gang will come true and they will learn: It WILL touch you, she said with conviction. The damage they are doing, the revolutionary backlash, the dying of the planet will affect you 1% eventuallyI wish the ending had been different, but for me there was hope that Beatriz' warning to Strutt's gang will come true and they will learn: It WILL touch you, she said with conviction. The damage they are doing, the revolutionary backlash, the dying of the planet will affect you 1% eventually too. And I think the candles they sent obliviously out hinted at one of the immediate ways they would be touched. Some people feel others' pain too much to last long, and Salma shows this in her face very well.… Expand

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markthecritic

Jul 4, 2017

Tasteful and subtle, and the tension between Salma Hayak and the party hosts is riveting. I wish the movie ended differently. Even with the ending, the time and money spent on this movie was well spent.

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DawdlingPoet

Nov 27, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is a film about the haves and have nots, feeling out of place socially perhaps and while it's rather mundane seeming to start with, indeed, for the most part, the end I felt had quite a strong and powerful feeling to it. I thought both Salma Hayek and John Lithgow gave decent performances and I'd say its certainly somewhat thought-provoking - more in terms of being a piece of social commentary than anything else. It's not necessarily the most entertaining film around and the comedy is very much dark/black - this isn't a film to watch if you want easy, obvious laughs. I'm not sure I'd say its funny as such at all necessarily - its more a sobering, somewhat thoughtful watch. On the downside, it is perhaps a little predictable but I still felt that it was worth seeing nevertheless. I would cautiously recommend this film, yes.… Expand

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mrafrotastic00

Jun 2, 2018

Beatriz at Dinner: Salma Hayek and the cast are stuck with a script that is filled with cynicism. Starring: Salma Hayek. John Lithgow. Connie Britton. Directed by Miguel Arteta. By Blake Patterson. 50/100. Mike White and Miguel Arteta came back to create another movie after theirBeatriz at Dinner: Salma Hayek and the cast are stuck with a script that is filled with cynicism. Starring: Salma Hayek. John Lithgow. Connie Britton. Directed by Miguel Arteta. By Blake Patterson. 50/100. Mike White and Miguel Arteta came back to create another movie after their pessimistic film from 2002, "The Good Girl." "Beatriz at Dinner" focuses on a humane practitioner, Salma Hayek is the only compassionate person in this film, that attends a prosperous party after her car breaks down. The gifted John Lithgow, an admirable performance, portrays Doug Strutt, a wealthy, acrimonious businessman, that Beatriz is provoked by. Viewers expect a grand argument from the two about political subjects, but timidity overcomes the screenwriter, Mike White. The worst part about "Beatriz at Dinner" is that it conveys the affluent characters so pessimistically to the point that barely anyone would care or even find them interesting. I will admit that the ensemble attempts to make the motion picture appealing. After watching the gloomy conclusion, I feel the same way about "Beatriz at Dinner" as I did with "Brad's Status" and "The Good Girl." This film lacks humanity, and White should research human comedies by seeing films from Alexander Payne, Woody Allen, etc. If you want to watch a fantastic masterpiece that expresses benevolence, observe "Three Billboards outside Ebbing, Missouri," the best film from 2017.… Expand

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Suzan

Sep 21, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At first, the expectations for this movie were very high. Beatriz At Dinner was supposed to portray a character, who is relatable(maybe a bit stereotypical) but likeable. A Mexican woman, who values hard work. The movie tries so hard to deal with the perspectives of a wealthy white fellow, and a Mexican woman. Both, who ultimately make very good arguments. Just the portrayal of Beatriz was very disappointing. Hayek, wonderfully fulfills the character. The acting is amazing and so is the concept. However, Beatriz at one point becomes frustrating. Once she dwells into her whole ideology of the world is dying and what not. The audience can't help but nod in confusion and stare at Beatriz like the rest of the dinner guests. The only reason I consider this movie less than a five is due to the fact, that Beatriz was ultimately a representation of Mexican individuals. In the film, Beatriz was supposed to represent latino individuals as people, who have an educated or at the very least rational opinion. In this case, it became a bit political. Maybe it was the way it was written? Maybe the writer wanted Beatriz to seem audacious. What was ultimately perceived, in my opinion, was the fact that, Beatriz was rude and outright inconsiderate. Her opinion was her opinion, but Beatriz should have considered more to the situation. It was a business dinner. In all, the concept had potential. Next time though, give the lead role to the other latino lady or maid portrayed, in the film. Without the intention of being rude, I believe the character Beatriz never had a chance to begin with. Her approach was bad since the start. At the end, her understanding and reaction isn't much of a surprise.… Expand

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evonne2017

Jun 25, 2017

How this is labeled a comedy or a movie I cannot understand. I went with a friend without researching the movie and I was very disappointed I spent a time watching a one side lecture from Al Gore. For me this movie was not informative, entertaining, or the least bit interesting. When I goHow this is labeled a comedy or a movie I cannot understand. I went with a friend without researching the movie and I was very disappointed I spent a time watching a one side lecture from Al Gore. For me this movie was not informative, entertaining, or the least bit interesting. When I go to a movie I went a story with characters, This is movie spent lecture from the left and watching Selma facial expressions, which I tried of with 2 sec of the so called movie. It was a waste of a evening… Expand

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