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Parenthood (1989)

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Steve Martin, Mary Steenburgen, Rick Moranis

The Buckman family is a midwestern family all dealing with their lives: estranged relatives, raising children, pressures of the job, and learning to be a good parent and spouse.

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PG-13, 124 min.
Directed by: Ron Howard
Release Date: Aug 02, 1989
DVD Release Date: Mar 31, 1998

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3 days ago
This is one of those movies that I bought on VHS shortly after it was released and have literally worn the tape out. I never get tired of it. Steve Martin was phenomenal in this, as was the entire cast. Heck,even Keanu Reeves was great playing him... (read more)
4 days ago
Not the most brilliant film ever made, nothing special visually or artistically-- but as far as films about parenting go, this one actually has some interesting content and offers a few poignant insights on the topic. Genuinely respectable.
18 days ago
you either love Steve Martin films or NOT in this case!!!!
28 days ago
I've come to like this film the more I see it. It really is an interesting drama with some amazingly funny scenes. The all star cast meshes together well and they all get their moments whether they be serious or funny. This film strikes a very believ... (read more)
28 days ago
This film holds up so well. the last time I remember seeing it has to be over 15 years ago. Even though I am not a family man, I do have a close net large crazy family that I love and adore even with all the issues. this film evokes that same love of... (read more)

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