I’ll See You in My Dreams (2015)
82%RT Audience Score: 68%
Awards & Nominations: 8 nominations
I’ll See You in My Dreams would be worth watching even if Blythe Danner’s central performance was all it had going for it, but this thoughtful drama satisfies on multiple levels
I’ll See You in My Dreams” is like a warm hug from your grandma, if your grandma was played by the amazing Blythe Danner. It’s a charming and touching film that will make you laugh and cry, and maybe even call your own grandma afterwards. Plus, who knew Danner could sing? Move over, Streisand!
Production Company(ies)
Red Envelope Entertainment, Representational Pictures,
Distributor
Bleecker Street Media
Release Type
Streaming, Theatrical, Theatrical (Limited)
Filming Location(s)
4345 Lemp Ave Los Angeles, California, USA
MPAA / Certificate
Rated PG – 13 for sexual material, drug use and brief strong language
Year of Release
2015
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Color:Color
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Sound mix:Dolby
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Aspect ratio:NA
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Runtime:1h 25m
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Language(s):English
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Country of origin:United States
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Release date:Release Date (Theaters): May 15, 2015 Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 1, 2015
Genre(s)
Romance
Keyword(s)
starring Blythe Danner, Martin Starr, Sam Elliott, Malin Akerman, June Squibb, Rhea Perlman, directed by Brett Haley, written by Brett Haley and Marc Basch, romance, PG-13, box office gross $7.4M, reviewed by David Jenkins, Trevor Johnston, John Hartl, Patrick Dunn, Steven Rea, Kimberley Jones, Michael Clark, Richard Crouse, Debbie Lynn Elias, Matthew Eng, Rachel Wagner, afterlife, widow, relationships, friendship, aging, retirement, routine, pool cleaner, flirting, companionship, isolation, heart-touching, funny, charming, ensemble cast, indie film, realistic, simple story, energy, nuanced, heart-felt, mature screenplay, superb direction, brilliant performances, hidden messages, life lessons
Worldwide gross: $7,452,512
Worldwide gross (inflation-adjusted): $9,302,735
Worldwide gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,984
Worldwide tickets sold (est.): 1,014,475
US/Canada gross: $7,449,681
US/Canada gross (inflation-adjusted): $9,299,201
US/Canada gross ranking (inflation-adjusted): 1,634
US/Canada opening weekend: $52,091
US/Canada opening weekend (inflation-adjusted): $65,024
US/Canada opening weekend ranking (inflation-adjusted): 2,109
Budget and Earnings Details
Production budget (est.): NA
Production budget (inflation-adjusted): NA
Production budget ranking: NA
Marketing and distribution budget (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
Box office net earnings to date (inflation-adjusted est.): NA
ROI to date (est.): NA
ROI ranking: NA
Martin Starr – Lloyd
Sam Elliott – Bill
Malin Akerman – Katherine
June Squibb – Georgina
Rhea Perlman – Sally
Director – Brett Haley
Producers – Rebecca Green, Laura D. Smith, Brett Haley
Writers – Brett Haley, Marc Basch
Director(s)
Brett Haley
Writer(s)
Brett Haley, Marc Basch
Producer(s)
Rebecca Green, Laura D. Smith, Brett Haley
Film Festivals
Sundance
Awards & Nominations
8 nominations
Academy Awards
All Critics (93) | Top Critics (39) | Fresh (87) | Rotten (6)
Corny for certain, but very charming to boot.
February 12, 2016 | Rating: 3/5
David Jenkins
Little White Lies
TOP CRITIC
Avoids the obvious, delivering a bittersweet observational drama which pulls the heartstrings.
February 9, 2016 | Rating: 3/5
Trevor Johnston
Time Out
TOP CRITIC
[Danner is] clearly having a ball with this character.
June 7, 2015 | Rating: 3/4
John Hartl
Seattle Times
TOP CRITIC
A touching, funny and thoughtful film that trades in honesty rather than artifice.
June 4, 2015 | Rating: B+
Patrick Dunn
Detroit News
TOP CRITIC
I’ll See You in My Dreams is delicate and nuanced, with writing that rejects, or at least reshapes, the cliches of movies about people facing the glare of their sunset years.
June 4, 2015 | Rating: 3/4
Steven Rea
Philadelphia Inquirer
TOP CRITIC
Danner’s even better on her own, as she honestly, even angrily, wrangles with not a paradox, per se, just the raw rub of life: that it sucks to be alone, and it’s scary to try not being alone. She’s exquisite.
June 4, 2015 | Rating: 3.5/5
Kimberley Jones
Austin Chronicle
TOP CRITIC
It covers the day-to-day events in the life of a woman of advanced years who slowly breaks free from routine and begins to see why everyone is so taken with her. The only thing better than knowing Carol is being Carol.
May 10, 2022 | Rating: 4/5
Michael Clark
Epoch Times
Just what the doctor ordered.
February 3, 2021 | Rating: 4/5
Richard Crouse
Richard Crouse
A showcase for superb actors, legends in fact, who deliver engaging substantive performances, a well written script filled with heart and humor, and some beautifully engaging visuals filled with hope and promise of the beauty the world has to offer
December 8, 2019
Debbie Lynn Elias
Behind The Lens
Danner allows each and every member of this extensively winning ensemble to shine, without ever dimming her own awe-inspiring light. And she sings, too!
May 1, 2019
Matthew Eng
Tribeca Film
‘ll See You in My Dreams is not a movie that will change your life but I liked spending 92 minutes with these people.
April 19, 2019 | Rating: B
Rachel Wagner
rachelsreviews.net
I’ll See You In My Dreams is ninety minutes as familiar as that old woolly jumper you’ve had for a decade, but is just as comforting.
April 8, 2019 | Rating: 3/5
Matthew Anderson
CineVue…
Plot
In this vibrant, funny, and heartfelt film, a widow and former songstress discover that life can begin anew at any age. With the support of three loyal girlfriends (June Squibb, Rhea Perlman, and Mary Kay Place), Carol (Blythe Danner) decides to embrace the world, embarking on an unlikely friendship with her pool maintenance man (Martin Starr), pursuing a new love interest (Sam Elliott), and reconnecting with her daughter (Malin Akerman).
Trivia
Goofs / Tidbits
Blythe Danner gives a “real nice performance” as the widow in search of human touch.
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