Queen Bees

Name: Queen Bees
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: June 11, 2021
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 52
Cast: Alec Mapa, Ann-Margret, Christopher Lloyd, Elizabeth Mitchell, Ellen Burstyn

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Gravitas Ventures | Release Date: June 11, 2021 | PG-13

Starring: Alec Mapa, Ann-Margret, Christopher Lloyd, Elizabeth Mitchell, Ellen Burstyn, French Stewart, James Caan, Jane Curtin, Loretta Devine, Matthew Barnes, Ricky Russert

Summary: While her house undergoes repairs, fiercely independent senior Helen (Ellen Burstyn) moves into a nearby retirement community ― just temporarily. Once behind the doors of Pine Grove Senior Community, she encounters lusty widows, cutthroat bridge tournaments and a hotbed of bullying “mean girls” the likes of which she hasn’t encounteredWhile her house undergoes repairs, fiercely independent senior Helen (Ellen Burstyn) moves into a nearby retirement community ― just temporarily. Once behind the doors of Pine Grove Senior Community, she encounters lusty widows, cutthroat bridge tournaments and a hotbed of bullying “mean girls” the likes of which she hasn’t encountered since high school, all of which leaves her yearning for the solitude of home. But somewhere between flower arranging and water aerobics Helen discovers that it’s never too late to make new friends and perhaps even find a new love.… Expand

Director: Michael Lembeck

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy, Romance

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 100 min

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Joe Leydon

Jun 11, 2021

A lightweight but likable comedy. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Nell Minow

Jun 11, 2021

As all movies about this stage of life must, among obvious jokes about aches, pains, and Viagra—apparently it is okay to sexually objectify someone if you're old—Queen Bees touches gently and sympathetically on the inescapable challenges of aging, loss of loved ones, loss of independence, cancer, strokes, and dementia. Read full review

Yolanda Machado

Jun 11, 2021

The overly simplistic nature of the script becomes both pragmatic and detrimental, never allowing any character the depth they are owed while providing just enough of a formulaic plot, one that asks nothing more than for you to enjoy the ensemble. Read full review

Glenn Kenny

Jun 11, 2021

Each of these stalwarts bring more than charisma to their roles, and when the writing itself displays some snap (which admittedly isn’t that often) the performers bite right into it. Read full review

Lindsey Bahr

Jun 11, 2021

And for all the comedic talent in the film, from Curtin to Lloyd, who seem game for anything, there are precious few genuine laughs to be had. Perhaps the script should have allowed for more improvisation. Read full review

David Lewis

Jun 14, 2021

The by-the-numbers film is not hard to sit through and won’t offend anybody, but its lofty, worthwhile message doesn’t feel earned. Read full review

Ty Burr

Jun 11, 2021

Well, there are worse ideas for movies and certainly worse casts, and Michael Lembeck’s genial, predictable comedy rolls along on well-worn tracks elevated by the class and commitment of actors who’ve earned our affection over decades of work. Read full review

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DawdlingPoet

Aug 13, 2022

I quite enjoyed this film - yes its both sentimental and cheesy but I kind of liked it for that. Its an easy and light watch and it has a good cast and some funny moments. I would recommend it, yes.

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Serengeti

Jun 18, 2021

This is a very fun movie, but it is really more of a dramedy than a comedy. There are some good zingers throughout, but it is not entirely a comedy. Helen has had to leave her house due to an unfortunate accident, and does so very unwillingly. Her controlling daughter wants her to moveThis is a very fun movie, but it is really more of a dramedy than a comedy. There are some good zingers throughout, but it is not entirely a comedy. Helen has had to leave her house due to an unfortunate accident, and does so very unwillingly. Her controlling daughter wants her to move into a senior housing center where Helen expects to have to deal with “old people.” Of course, old people are still human with all kinds of personalities and flaws, and Helen has a run-in with one immediately. The supporting cast is very fun: Jane Curtin is great fun to watch, Ann-Margret and Loretta Devine are also in the mix, as well as James Caan and French Stewart. A great cast, lots of fun moments and poignant ones throughout. All of my friends and I enjoyed it a lot!… Expand

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TVJerry

Jun 16, 2021

Hollywood occasionally aims for the Boomer+ audience with limited success (POMS comes to mind: my review). Ellen Burstyn plays a woman who reluctantly moves in a retirement community, where she meets an impressive cast of seniors, including Jane Curtain, Ann-Margret, Loretta Devine,Hollywood occasionally aims for the Boomer+ audience with limited success (POMS comes to mind: my review). Ellen Burstyn plays a woman who reluctantly moves in a retirement community, where she meets an impressive cast of seniors, including Jane Curtain, Ann-Margret, Loretta Devine, Christopher Lloyd and James Caan. The food in these facilities is notoriously bland and this script follows suit. The plot is so completely predictable that it hurts (including with the expected ailments). The characters relationships are telegraphed long before they develop and none of the dialogue is remotely interesting. Devine gets the only mildly fun moments, while the rest of the cast plays it earnest. Perhaps an audience over 80 might relate, but anyone younger is liable to groan at this facile pandering approach to aging. … Expand

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UncleWillard

Jun 11, 2021

On the one hand, it's great to see fine actors getting gigs in their old age. On the other, not like this. This is sitcom territory and it just makes me sad for them, granted, they're working and getting paid. I would really love to hear their honest opinions about it, not the plug for theOn the one hand, it's great to see fine actors getting gigs in their old age. On the other, not like this. This is sitcom territory and it just makes me sad for them, granted, they're working and getting paid. I would really love to hear their honest opinions about it, not the plug for the movie. If they're having fun making this, great, but it's a no for me dawg.… Expand

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