The Descendants

release date:November 18, 2011
Tuesday March 13, 2012 (dvd)
genre:Drama
running time:115 min.
director:Alexander Payne
studio:Fox Searchlight Pictures
producer(s):Jim Taylor, Jim Burke, Alexander Payne
screenplay:Alexander Payne, Nat Faxon, Jim Rash
cast:George Clooney, Shailene Woodley, Beau Bridges, Matthew Lillard, Judy Greer, Robert Forster
Current Tribute rating: Current rating: 3.99    Rate Movie     User Reviews

The Descendants Movie Synopsis

Matt King (George Clooney), an indifferent husband and father, has to reconnect with his two young daughters when his wife is involved in a boating accident and falls into a coma. While struggling to make a decision about whether he should sell the family land that has been handed down through the generations, he uncovers a troubling secret about his wife.

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  one of my all-time favourite films. clooney deserved the oscar for this moving, captivating story. excellent film.

  i really enjoyed this movie. this is the first time i can say that clooney gave a great performance. alexander payne makes such interesting films and love and life.

  excellent movie! few places i held my tears! it really touched me!

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