A “Secret Screening” event turned out to be “Rental Family” starring Brendan Fraser. In case you are not familiar, a secret screening is effectively a mystery film. You book and then watch a surprise film that may not be on general release yet.
A comedy drama where Fraser plays an actor employed by a Japanese agency. Clients recruit them to fulfil roles, essentially playing a particular part in someone else’s life e.g a father.
Set in Japan, much of the film is subtitled but it’s certainly different and entertaining enough.
It’s mildly amusing but not laugh-out-loud funny. The cast delivers touching performances and the film is sentimental with a reflective quality.
This isn’t a film I’d rush to watch again but our tastes differ and I’m sure many others would enjoy it far more than I did.
The film has generally received positive reviews and ratings, proving a success. Fraser delivers an excellent performance alongside a strong supporting cast.
The film is on general release from Friday the 16th of January.
Film Rating
Music
N/A (mainly instrumental but not sufficient/or memorable to score)
Story/plot
4 out of 5
Acting/Performances
4 out of 5
Overall
4 out of 5
Certification: 15
Running time: 148 minutes
Screening type: 2D
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