Kelly and Cal

The movie turns a little soapy as it tries to locate a satisfying ending, and there are too many self-conscious statements of life's little lessons, yet the passion remains.

It's difficult to be fully invested in the Big Emotional Developments of the final act.

There are complex situations, well-acted characters and a central relationship that feels authentic and mature - and yet it's missing some element to bring it fully into focus.

Juliette Lewis and newcomer Jonny Weston bring terrific sensitivity to their roles.

A sly satire that's sexy, touching, and funny, if seriously flawed.

An offbeat drama with a pervasive sense of unease. Compelling, if slightly inconclusive.

Kelly & Cal follows well-worn territory and manages to make things feel fresh.

A simple, honest, deeply satisfying tale of the complex mixed emotions and desires that make up a woman's life and often exist in secret.

Although the subject matter could have been tricky and condescending, screenwriter Amy Lowe and director Jen McGowan tell the story with a great amount of sensitivity and thoughtfulness.

manages to deal honestly with issues of superficiality and repression among the white-picket-fence set while also allowing for the complexities of human expression and feeling

The things that are good about Jen McGowan's debut feature are so very good that it would be altogether too easy to overpraise the film -- and that would do no one any favors.