Dinner in America
An on-the-lam punk rocker and a young woman obsessed with a local band go on an unexpected and epic journey together through the decaying suburbs of the American Midwest.
Critics Sentiment
Simon reveals he is John Q and praises Patty's songwriting
Simon burns Beth's yard and flees police pursuit
The film transforms from an off-putting opening that nearly lost viewers into a deeply moving romance that brought critics to emotional investment.
Critics found the film's abrasive opening nearly unwatchable but praised how it gradually built into something genuinely touching through the chemistry of its leads. The middle section featuring family dinners and the basement revelation earned widespread acclaim for its authentic emotion and humor. Most reviewers emphasized how the film exceeded their low expectations to become a surprisingly heartwarming experience.
Full cast
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Kyle Gallner
Simon
Emily Skeggs
Patty
Pat Healy
Norman
Griffin Gluck
Kevin
Lea Thompson
Betty
Mary Lynn Rajskub
Connie
Ryan Malgarini
Daniel
Nick Chinlund
Bill
Kristin Condon
Val
Shelby Alayne Antel
Nikki
Sophie Bolen
Karen
Gary Brunner
Lou
Fiona Colson
Carmen
Lena Drake
Gina
Gregg Gilmore
Lloyd
Nico Greetham
Derrick
Sidi Henderson
Mr. Hanley
Lukas Jacob
Brandon
Maxfield Lund
Allen
Quest M.C.O.D.Y.
Earl, Jr.
Crew
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