My Sister's Keeper (2009) movie poster

My Sister's Keeper (2009)

"A tale of life, love, and letting go."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 49% (RT: 47%, MC: 51) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Drama

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Runtime
1h 49m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.4/10 (2,222 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
47%
Metacritic
51
Cast
Cameron Diaz as Sara Fitzgerald
Abigail Breslin as Andromeda "Anna" Fitzgerald
Sofia Vassilieva as Kate Fitzgerald
Alec Baldwin as Campbell Alexander
Jason Patric as Brian Fitzgerald
Joan Cusack as Judge De Salvo
Heather Wahlquist as Aunt Kelly
Evan Ellingson as Jesse Fitzgerald
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,222 votes. Critics scored it lower at 49%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Sara and Brian live an idyllic life with their young son and daughter. But their family is rocked by sudden, heartbreaking news that forces them to make a difficult and unorthodox choice in order to save their baby girl's life. The parents' desperate decision raises both ethical and moral questions and rips away at the foundation of their relationship. Their actions ultimately set off a court case that threatens to tear the family apart, while revealing surprising truths that challenge everyone's perceptions of love and loyalty and give new meaning to the definition of healing. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for My Sister's Keeper was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Nick Cassavetes cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2009 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

My Sister's Keeper is a 2009 drama film directed by Nick Cassavetes. Sara and Brian live an idyllic life with their young son and daughter. But their family is rocked by sudden, heartbreaking news that forces them to make a difficult and unorthodox choice in order to save their baby girl's life.

The parents' desperate decision raises both ethical and moral questions and rips away at the foundation of their relationship. Their actions ultimately set off a court case that threatens to tear the family apart, while revealing surprising truths that challenge everyone's perceptions of love and loyalty and give new meaning to the definition of healing. The film has been rated by 2,222 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, My Sister's Keeper delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. My Sister's Keeper (2009) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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