Queen Bees
Gravitas Ventures | Release Date: June 11, 2021 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
52
METASCORE
Mixed or average reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
Positive:
2
Mixed:
5
Negative:
0
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Critic scorePublicationBy date
70
VarietyJoe LeydonJun 11, 2021
A lightweight but likable comedy. Read full review
63
RogerEbert.comNell MinowJun 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
59
TheWrapYolanda MachadoJun 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
50
San Francisco ChronicleDavid LewisJun 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
50
Boston GlobeTy BurrJun 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
50
The Associated PressLindsey BahrJun 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
50
The New York TimesGlenn KennyJun 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
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