I'll See You in My Dreams Reviews
Still, even flawed "I'll See You in My Dreams" is a worthy effort to be a viable summer counter-programming option for the adults out there that want to slow down, unwind, and appreciate someone like Blythe Danner that ages like fine wine.
| Original Score: 2/5 | Sep 4, 2023
It covers the day-to-day events in the life of a woman of advanced years who slowly breaks free from routine and begins to see why everyone is so taken with her. The only thing better than knowing Carol is being Carol.
| Original Score: 4/5 | May 10, 2022
Just what the doctor ordered.
| Original Score: 4/5 | Feb 3, 2021
A showcase for superb actors, legends in fact, who deliver engaging substantive performances, a well written script filled with heart and humor, and some beautifully engaging visuals filled with hope and promise of the beauty the world has to offer
| Dec 8, 2019
Danner allows each and every member of this extensively winning ensemble to shine, without ever dimming her own awe-inspiring light. And she sings, too!
| May 1, 2019
'll See You in My Dreams is not a movie that will change your life but I liked spending 92 minutes with these people.
| Original Score: B | Apr 19, 2019
I'll See You In My Dreams is ninety minutes as familiar as that old woolly jumper you've had for a decade, but is just as comforting.
| Original Score: 3/5 | Apr 8, 2019
A moving, silky-smooth character portrait about an older woman's private lament of a world passing her by and the beauty of life in twilight. It's your one-way ticket to summertime serenity.
| Original Score: 8/10 | Mar 14, 2019
It's quite refreshing to see a film about life and all it's true ups and downs as we age. This lovely romantic dramedy is perfect for the over 40 age group.
| Original Score: 3.5/4 | Aug 21, 2018
Like other later-in-life romantic movies, I'll See You in My Dreams tells us that it's never too late to fall in love. But, don't expect a completely happy ending.
| Original Score: 7.5/10 | Dec 3, 2017
When I see it again, as I plan to, I may find a moment or two to quibble with. If I do, I suspect they will be very minor.
| Oct 11, 2017
Happily, Blythe Danner is the central figure in an immensely pleasurable indie film that blends the integrity of an art film with the cozy accessibility of the mainstream.
| Aug 8, 2017
Over a series of little intimacies Haleys steady hand balances the weight of lifes sorrows with generosity, wit and warmth: especially when the titles meaning becomes tenderly clear.
| Original Score: 4/5 | Jan 2, 2017
Smart and never patronising...
| Original Score: B+ | Dec 28, 2016
Co-writer and director Brett Haley, with his second feature, achieves something very warm-hearted and appealing despite low stakes, thanks to a special performance from his lead.
| Jul 11, 2016
Touching, and warm and earnest in its conviction .
| Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 17, 2016
Blythe Danner has been acting for half a century but she has rarely had a part as good as Carol in I'll See You In My Dreams.
| Original Score: 4/5 | Feb 14, 2016
Corny for certain, but very charming to boot.
| Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 12, 2016
Avoids the obvious, delivering a bittersweet observational drama which pulls the heartstrings.
| Original Score: 3/5 | Feb 9, 2016
It's light touches all around, with everybody seeming to have gotten the emotional availability memo.
| Jan 1, 2016