About the Film
Oliver meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna only months after his father Hal Fields has passed away. This new love floods Oliver with memories of his father, who, following the death of his wife of 44 years, came out of the closet at age 75 to live a full, energized, and wonderfully tumultuous gay life – which included a younger boyfriend.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Beginners is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama and romance and comedy movie from 2011. Directed by Mike Mills, and starring Ewan McGregor, Christopher Plummer, Mélanie Laurent Oliver meets the irreverent and unpredictable Anna only months after his father Hal Fields has passed away.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.8/10, Beginners retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies that blends drama with romance elements, Beginners deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Where to Watch
Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Production Specs
Top Billed Cast
Actors Also In
Ewan McGregor
Notable Career Works
2003
2001
2003
1996
Christopher Plummer
Notable Career Works
1995
1991
2005
2006
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