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Making Plans for Lena

2009Movie1 h 45 min

ComedyDrama
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0Rotten Tomatoes56%44%

A moving, hopeful comedy movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Ever since she broke up with Nigel, Lena soldiers on through life as best she can with her two kids. She valiantly overcomes the obstacles put in her way. But she has yet to confront the worst of them: Her unstoppable family has decided, by any means necessary, to make her happy.

Feels like

  • French Cinema
  • Family Drama
  • Divorce Recovery
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Character-Driven
  • Melancholy Hope
  • Relationship Conflicts
  • Intimate Storytelling
  • Everyday Life

Cast

12 of 12

Crew

Directed by
Christophe Honoré
Written by
Christophe Honoré, Geneviève Brisac
Produced by
Pascal Caucheteux
Music by
Alex Beaupain

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Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

September 2, 2009 · 1 h 45 min · Comedy, Drama

Released
September 2, 2009
Runtime
1 h 45 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Original language
French
Made in
France
Available in
4 countries

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Making Plans for Lena?"

Questions about Making Plans for Lena

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Making Plans for Lena?

PhiloAMC+Sundance NowIFC Films Unlimited

In the United States, Making Plans for Lena streams on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and IFC Films Unlimited. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Making Plans for Lena worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 6 and Rotten Tomatoes 56%).

Is Making Plans for Lena okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Making Plans for Lena make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Making Plans for Lena plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is Making Plans for Lena in English?

French

No, it was made in French.