✗ SKIP — Not worth it
The Magic of Belle Isle
2012 · 1h 49m · Drama, Comedy
Skip it tonight—this is a feel-good indie drama that relies heavily on a worn-out 'magic of human connection heals all wounds' formula, and without strong critical backing or a distinctive voice to elevate the material, you're looking at a predictable slog through heartwarming beats you've seen a dozen times before.
Plot
In an effort to tap into his original talent, a wheelchair-bound author moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help reignite his passion for writing.
Director: Rob Reiner
Cast: Morgan Freeman, Virginia Madsen, Madeline Carroll, Emma Fuhrmann, Nicolette Pierini
