Hope Springs

Name: Hope Springs
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: August 8, 2012
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 65
Cast: Meryl Streep, Steve Carell, Tommy Lee Jones

2012

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Columbia Pictures | Release Date: August 8, 2012 | PG-13

Starring: Meryl Streep, Steve Carell, Tommy Lee Jones

Summary: Kay and Arnold are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. When she hears of a renowned couple's specialist in the small town of Great Hope Springs, she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, a steadfast man of routine, to get on a plane for a week of marriageKay and Arnold are a devoted couple, but decades of marriage have left Kay wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. When she hears of a renowned couple's specialist in the small town of Great Hope Springs, she attempts to persuade her skeptical husband, a steadfast man of routine, to get on a plane for a week of marriage therapy. Just convincing the stubborn Arnold to go on the retreat is hard enough – the real challenge for both of them comes as they shed their bedroom hang-ups and try to re-ignite the spark that caused them to fall for each other in the first place. (Columbia Pictures)… Expand

Director: David Frankel

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy, Romance

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 100 min

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Rex Reed

Aug 8, 2012

I think everything about the movie is too subtle and real to appeal to the "Batman" demographic, but for mature audiences who have forgotten how to smile, it takes up where "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' left off. Read full review

Justin Chang

Aug 1, 2012

Hope Springs is an altogether pleasant surprise: a mainstream dramedy that frankly and intelligently addresses the challenges facing a couple after 31 years of marriage. Read full review

Andrew O'Hehir

Aug 10, 2012

Hope Springs is an oddly ambitious blend of bland humor and startling insight into the realities of married life. It's something like Ingmar Bergman's "Scenes From a Marriage," as translated into the universe of the Lifetime Network. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Aug 9, 2012

The movie perseveres with affecting, sometimes startling candor, and eventually delivers on its promise by confronting the dark fears and furtive hopes of a couple no longer young. Read full review

Marc Mohan

Aug 7, 2012

It takes an almost bracingly explicit attitude toward issues of sexual intimacy, to the degree that just seeing this film might count as therapy for some married couples. The PG-13 rating is justified, and should be taken literally, though I can't imagine too many parents bringing their kids to this one. Talk about an awkward car ride home. Read full review

Ellen E. Jones

Sep 1, 2012

Fine turns from Streep and Jones bedrock this compassionate, quietly subversive drama. Read full review

David Fear

Aug 7, 2012

When the sing-song Jones and beatifically smiling Streep are allowed to carry the dramatic weight, you can see the raw, tough-love film that Hope Springs wants to be - until Frankel starts trying to be lighthearted and cute, at which point you see the movie's real troubled marriage in full bloom. Read full review

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scoley

Sep 17, 2012

What a brilliant Film i am not sure which one of the three main stars you would say steels the show they are all equally as good as each other and play there parts excellently there are some very funny bits but I would not necessarily call it a typical comedy if you like The Best MarigoldWhat a brilliant Film i am not sure which one of the three main stars you would say steels the show they are all equally as good as each other and play there parts excellently there are some very funny bits but I would not necessarily call it a typical comedy if you like The Best Marigold Hotel and Beginners you will love this if not keep away its not for you.… Expand

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BrianMcCritic

Mar 13, 2013

As a romantic at heart I really fell for this story. Meryl Streep's desire to rekindle her romance with her husband and realizing when you reach a certain age you sometimes want boring consistency.

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DawdlingPoet

Nov 23, 2021

This is a film that I imagine most people who have been married for a decade or two (or longer) could relate to, to one extent or another. Its not recommended for anyone who is prudish (embarrassed about hearing details of someone elses sex life), although the themes are handled relativelyThis is a film that I imagine most people who have been married for a decade or two (or longer) could relate to, to one extent or another. Its not recommended for anyone who is prudish (embarrassed about hearing details of someone elses sex life), although the themes are handled relatively well and its not entirely exploitative, compared to other films about younger peoples sex life I reckon. I thought it was amusing at times and cringe-y at others and I thought that, cast wise, Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones seemed to get on well together. It didn't surprise me that Tommy Lee Jones' character wasn't, lets say, best pleased at the prospect of attending intensive couples therapy and I could feel his frustration and embarrassment at the relevant moments but I also thought that Steve Carrel also did particularly well in the role of the therapist/counseller. This isn't an over the top sort of a film, its a well made film about a middle aged couple whereby the wife wonders what future there may be in her marriage. Its perhaps not the most obviously funny scenario there is but I think there is a re-assuring angle to it and its a pretty decent film, if your ok with the subject areas covered then yes, I would recommend it.… Expand

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gunnyart

Sep 10, 2012

As a middle aged couple married for over 20 years I found lots to relate to and if you fit a similar demographic you will too. HOWEVER... Its not the movie the trailer wants you to think it is. The comedic genius of Steve Carrel was completely suppressed. The cast had the potential toAs a middle aged couple married for over 20 years I found lots to relate to and if you fit a similar demographic you will too. HOWEVER... Its not the movie the trailer wants you to think it is. The comedic genius of Steve Carrel was completely suppressed. The cast had the potential to deliver a raucous comedy of awkward old couple sex therapy but instead settled for a dry Hollywood expose about a miserable marriage. That said... If a couple is tricked into seeing it and decides to repair their damaged marriage it will have accomplished a greater purpose than merely two hours of comedic relief.… Expand

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beingryanjude

Aug 29, 2014

Disguised by what may seem like a light romantic comedy is instead an honest look at mature relationships. Meryl Streep, great as always; but Tommy Lee Jones? Surprisingly strong in his role--perhaps, because it was reflective of himself?

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TheDRauch

Dec 26, 2012

A look into the sex lives of the elderly that is worth a glance due to some fine work from Tommy Lee Jones, Steve Carell, and Meryl Streep. The film isn't nearly as revelatory as it may think it is relating to the topic of sex, but it is defiantly non-commercial in the sense that it is frankA look into the sex lives of the elderly that is worth a glance due to some fine work from Tommy Lee Jones, Steve Carell, and Meryl Streep. The film isn't nearly as revelatory as it may think it is relating to the topic of sex, but it is defiantly non-commercial in the sense that it is frank and honest about sex and the movie treats its audience with respect - a rarity for a film aimed at mainstream audiences. The most interesting scenes involve the three leads talking during therapy and the revelations that come from their discussions. The movie tends to lag whenever we spend time away from the doctor's office and the plot treads familiar water right up to the finale scene. For the most part, though, 'Hope Springs' is some refreshing hollywood fare and stands as David Frankel's finest film to date.… Expand

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chosethemovie

Sep 8, 2012

The most awkward movie ever..... If you aren't at least 60 wanting a cheap alternative to couple's therapy I recommend steering clear from this one! However, the movie is great for those that wish to start a diet as one scene in particular is sure to leave you with deep mental scaring. HowThe most awkward movie ever..... If you aren't at least 60 wanting a cheap alternative to couple's therapy I recommend steering clear from this one! However, the movie is great for those that wish to start a diet as one scene in particular is sure to leave you with deep mental scaring. How this movie was green-lit I'll never know!… Expand

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