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After the Reality

  • 2016
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 25m
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4.2/10
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Sarah Chalke and Matthew Morrison in After the Reality (2016)
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A contestant (Matthew Morrison) on a Bachelorette style reality show is thrown into turmoil when the death of his father forces him to quit the series prematurely and reconnect with his estr... Read allA contestant (Matthew Morrison) on a Bachelorette style reality show is thrown into turmoil when the death of his father forces him to quit the series prematurely and reconnect with his estranged sister (Sarah Chalke) at the family cabin.A contestant (Matthew Morrison) on a Bachelorette style reality show is thrown into turmoil when the death of his father forces him to quit the series prematurely and reconnect with his estranged sister (Sarah Chalke) at the family cabin.

  • Director
    • David Anderson
  • Writer
    • David Anderson
  • Stars
    • Matthew Morrison
    • Sarah Chalke
    • Jon Dore
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    • IMDb RATING
    4.2/10
    431
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • David Anderson
    • Writer
      • David Anderson
    • Stars
      • Matthew Morrison
      • Sarah Chalke
      • Jon Dore
    • 10User reviews
    • 2Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro

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    Matthew Morrison
    Matthew Morrison
    • Scottie Olson
    Sarah Chalke
    Sarah Chalke
    • Kate
    Jon Dore
    Jon Dore
    • Fitz
    Laura Bell Bundy
    Laura Bell Bundy
    • Kelly
    Juan Pablo Di Pace
    Juan Pablo Di Pace
    • Dunkin
    Isaiah Mustafa
    Isaiah Mustafa
    • Garreth
    Tony Cavalero
    Tony Cavalero
    • Reg
    Aimee Garcia
    Aimee Garcia
    • Crystal
    Jane Lynch
    Jane Lynch
    • Doctor
    John Heard
    John Heard
    • Bob
    Michael Fairman
    Michael Fairman
    • Elmer Severson
    Katy Jacoby
    Katy Jacoby
    • Producer
    Max Gecowets
    Max Gecowets
    • Rucke
    Nathaniel Fuller
    • Randy Olson
    Floyd Van Buskirk
    Floyd Van Buskirk
    • Restaurant Owner
    Philip Cole
    Philip Cole
    • Young Buck Gene
    • (as Phil Cole)
    Tim Dadabo
    Tim Dadabo
    • Young Bucks Narrator
    • (voice)
    Nicholas Massouh
    Nicholas Massouh
    • Young Buck Leon
    • Director
      • David Anderson
    • Writer
      • David Anderson
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    9katevandevender

    a love letter to family members you wish you had known better

    This is the second David Anderson film I've seen (check out "Boats Against the Current" with Jason Ritter). Anderson has this sublime way of evoking subtext in his stories that I've come to really treasure. This film has the added delight of presenting reality TV in a way that's not quite parody, but not quite naturalism either. It makes for an interesting contrast for the narrative, which explores the depths of grief. All in all, I found this film evocative, unique and deftly made.
    10swixroberts

    Sweet and Smart Film about Loss That's FUNNY!

    I've lost some dear friends and family and have never seen a film about grief that captures the reality of it like AFTER THE REALITY... oh... And it's an uplifting film! I laughed and cried. The Young Bucks (the reality show contestants) are so spot on funny and real to those shows. Sarah Chalke delivers a performance of a lifetime and Matthew Morrison is right there with her. I just wish there was little more Jane Lynch. She and Matthew are such a fun on screen duo. Some people might not get the shifting realities but it's a complicated emotional film Definitely gong to watch again.
    9matt-55245

    Solid all around. Highly recommended

    I found myself totally engaged in the story and cared about the characters. It has a good balance of humor and engaging drama to propel it forward and make it a totally great viewing experience. I loved the acting; Jane Lynch and John Heard round out a sold cast. I liked Matthew Morrison on Glee, but here he gets to show a wider range of his talents. I also thought the cinematography was great. Being from the Midwest I so enjoyed the landscape and wanted to be on that lake!!
    9susan-23443

    Needed a little more character development but still great

    I think 20 -30 minutes more would have really made this an even stronger movie, giving more background, character development and helping round out the end of the show with a little more clear resolution, as it felt like some pieces were missing. But if was still really good and got me in the gut with regard to grief, broken relationships, and how to move on from our past toward something better. I felt it was really authentic and honest. I really enjoyed it. Some of the scenes were really grounded and felt very real, leaving the viewer time to really feel the emotion of the characters as they tried to find a way forward.
    6aristotle7575

    Lacked something, but not sure what...

    I spent a lot of time fast forwarding during this because some parts were just flat and I was expecting something more. Maybe I was expecting a bit more depth from the other characters (the only one who seemed to have it was Kate) and I wanted to see the connection between the reality show and actual reality a bit more clearly. It's as if the movie needed about 10 more minutes for us to have an ah-ha moment. It really just fell flat for me.

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      Having a premier June 5th, 2016 in Cook MN at the Comet theatre near the site of some of the filming
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      Helpless Memories
      Written by Doran Danoff
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    • Release date
      • April 25, 2017 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Reality'den Sonra
    • Filming locations
      • Virginia, Minnesota, USA
    • Production company
      • USofAnderson I
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 25m(85 min)
    • Color
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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