A Family Affair Review: Joe Wilkinson Is Wasted In This Lukewarm New Comedy

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Mary Kassel is a Senior Lists Writer at Screen Rant and a contributor to the site's Reviews section as well. Kassel studied film and television in college and emphasizes theory and analysis in their work. Additionally, they focus this analysis on intersectionality and the experience of artists from all walks of life.

Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT A Family Affair starts strong, indicating that it's going to be a slapstick comedy subverting the perception of quaint British life. However, what little raunch and quirks there are get lost along the way.

Pros Cons Written and directed by Warren Fischer, the movie is clearly that of a first-time filmmaker, and some of the pitfalls can be chalked up to experience. The shots are precise, and the setting is a beautiful background that successfully juxtaposes the comedic tone of the narrative. Shot all in one location and taking place in one day, A Family Affair makes do with a minimal budget and uses the space creatively.

Though Helen takes Edward down a few pegs by the end, almost every woman in the story is reduced to a "nagging wife" or "gold digger." Even if these characterizations were supposed to be caricatures played for self-aware laughs, this is lost on the audience, as it's decidedly not funny.

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