Discusses Peter Fonda's heretofore dim star in the Hollywood firmament, and the respect and accolades he garnered with the release of this film.
Paul Tatara calls the sensitive film about a hermetic Florida beekeeper "truly affecting." Includes publicity stills and clips in QuickTime.
Read Ian Evans' review of this film by Victor Nunez about a widowed Florida beekeeper and his family.
Ian Evans says Peter Fonda's convincing comeback in the title role makes one forget he's Bridget's father, Jane's brother, and Henry's son.
Tom Lyons quotes writer-director Victor Nunez on how he dealt with the inevitable "associations and resonances" in casting Peter Fonda.
Tab offers this Peter Fonda vehicle as an example of what makes a good movie "without a lot of action, sex, or violence." Includes ratings.
Tom Keogh asserts that writer-director Victor Nunez is too ensconced in drawing self-conscious mythical allusions to Homer's Odyssey.
Find plot summaries and user comments on the film about the beekeeping head of a dysfunctional family. With links to cast and crew credits.
The Wolf howls that Peter Fonda playing his dad still isn't the same as watching Hank, but singles out Jessica Biel's promise in her film debut.
Andrea Chase bestows generous praise on Peter Fonda's performance as a taciturn beekeeper, singling out writer-director Victor Nunez's script.
Critique offers praise for the film's rare ability to "project the inner life of a character so powerfully." Includes a publicity still.
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Chicago Sun-Times film critic applauds writer-director Victor Nunez and the cast for subtle acts that take basic plot points in a new direction.
Mick LaSalle offers a tepid appraisal of the Victor Nunez film, concluding that the heat it generates is due to Peter Fonda impersonating Henry.
Walter Addiego lauds Peter Fonda and writer-director Victor Nunez for crafting a "credible portrait of goodness." Includes rating and evaluation.
Find a guide to possible objectionable content, with spoilers for profanity, substance use, weapons, and violence in the Peter Fonda movie.
Desson Howe sets up the dramatic tension in the film about a reclusive beekeeper who's forced to deal with dysfunctional family matters.
Winslow Porter praises Peter Fonda for being the character Ulee, rather than playacting him. Includes the critic's rating.