It Runs in the Family (2003) Critic Reviews

Father and son Kirk and Michael Douglas' moments together are among the movie's best.Read the full review

Every scene in this oppressive film has a theme or didactic purpose, but little life. Read the full review

Schepisi not only inspired the cast to give well-shaded, reflective portrayals but also made the film a work of honest, heartfelt sentiment. Read the full review

A sodden drama of filial conflict that dares the audience to confuse the characters with the players. P.T. Barnum couldn't have come up with a better hook, but he would have rewarded his suckers with more ''On Golden Pond'' entertainment bang for their buck.Read the full review

Much to my surprise and delight, the movie is nothing like its marketing. Read the full review

Achingly long and pointless, "Runs" is a movie about family that's dishonest in its presentation of every relationship. Read the full review

Schmaltzy. Read the full review

Uneasily pivots between comedy and drama, with its best parts strongly reminiscent of Schepisi's previous, British-made drama about aging and dying buddies, "Last Orders."Read the full review

The movie is simply not clear about where it wants to go and what it wants to do. It is heavy on episode and light on insight, and although it takes courage to bring up touchy topics it would have taken more to treat them frankly.Read the full review