Spanglish

Columbia Pictures | Release Date: December 17, 2004

7.9	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 129 Ratings

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TheQuietGamerAug 8, 2012

I don't typically watch movies like this, so I'm not sure exactly how to review it. The only reason I picked it up is because I'm a huge Adam Sandler fan. The characters are well acted and the script is well written. It's funny, sweet, and atI don't typically watch movies like this, so I'm not sure exactly how to review it. The only reason I picked it up is because I'm a huge Adam Sandler fan. The characters are well acted and the script is well written. It's funny, sweet, and at the same time heartbreaking. I really enjoyed this movie, but I do have some complaints, like I wish they had focused more on the clasky's kids. The son character is practically nonexistent in the movie, and I would have enjoyed more scenes so that we could learn more about how the daughter character is dealing with the rejection by her mother. But maybe it's best that they didn't as even without them the movie still manages to be great. And while the final product still pleases, I'm still left wondering what this movie would have been like if they had included them more. Still it's a great movie and one I do recommend.… Expand

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Meth-dudeOct 30, 2017

This is a pretty entertaining dramedy. The acting was good, the story was interesting, most of the characters were believable and likeable and the ending was good. While some people may be put off by the fact that Adam Sandler is one of theThis is a pretty entertaining dramedy. The acting was good, the story was interesting, most of the characters were believable and likeable and the ending was good. While some people may be put off by the fact that Adam Sandler is one of the main characters, he does put a great performance. In the end, it's a pretty effective movie.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsJun 15, 2018

Spanglish is a heavy-handed dramedy that hasn't aged particularly well, but when it works, it REALLY works. There are lot of well acted, honest moments, and this is one of Adam Sandler's better performances. It feels real and truthful, andSpanglish is a heavy-handed dramedy that hasn't aged particularly well, but when it works, it REALLY works. There are lot of well acted, honest moments, and this is one of Adam Sandler's better performances. It feels real and truthful, and the script actually isn't half bad either. There is a lot of wasted space and time in the movie, but if you like a good melodrama or family comedy, this isn't a bad choice.… Expand

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bobbymbJan 25, 2018

Adam Sandler egyik komolyabb hangvételű filmjéről van szó. Aki jól akar szórakozni, azoknak ajánlom.

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ScottW.Jun 25, 2010

This movie loves all its characters, each with their own foibles and hardships. The script bubbles with whimsy and intelligence. There are many laugh out loud moments, but the humor always emerges from characters naturally, and advances This movie loves all its characters, each with their own foibles and hardships. The script bubbles with whimsy and intelligence. There are many laugh out loud moments, but the humor always emerges from characters naturally, and advances their development. Two families converge, a Mexican immigrant turned au pair and her pubescent daughter, and a successful chef, his wife, their son and daughter and her alcoholic mother. Nearly every adult family member hurts the others incidentally--most sadly their children--as they pursue their own, not unworthy goals. But through the grace of a platonic romance between the chef and au pair, the convergent families nudge each into mindful repair of their relationships and a healthier view of themselves. Wonderful acting, especially a superlative Tea Leoni. This movie inspires and delights so, you won't walk away from it, you'll float. And your feet won't have to touch the ground, for a little while at least.… Expand

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TanyaSep 18, 2005

I really liked this movie. Mainly because I am Mexican-American and can relate to a lot of it. The spanish didn't pose a problem for me because duh! I understand it. I really would recommend this movie. It was awesome. ^.^

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RachelCSep 19, 2007

The worst movie I've seen in years. Misogynistic crap: i.e. we are meant to laugh at a woman because she makes faces while having an orgasm, wants sex, and is bored since losing her job. And the contrast made with the supportive, The worst movie I've seen in years. Misogynistic crap: i.e. we are meant to laugh at a woman because she makes faces while having an orgasm, wants sex, and is bored since losing her job. And the contrast made with the supportive, maternal, sensual, and 'salt-of-the-earth' Latina maid is just a counterpoint of stereotypes (racial, gender, and class). Most of all though the film is all about support for Sandler (your hardworking everyman with a dream) and mean brutal hatred for his one-dimensional wife (Leoni). Invidious and evil stuff.… Expand

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CelsoJul 15, 2008

It's pretty understandable that some women dislike this movie, it leaves the average American women naked sex and emotionalwise. Awesome.

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AraH.Dec 5, 2005

I don't know why so many critics panned the film. I suppose if hypersensitive far left liberals may be offended by some character depictions or question the motives of the director. But I do believe that fair-minded intellectuals will I don't know why so many critics panned the film. I suppose if hypersensitive far left liberals may be offended by some character depictions or question the motives of the director. But I do believe that fair-minded intellectuals will appreciate the superb performances and the comedic tragedy of the film.… Expand

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GeraldSep 18, 2005

Loved it!

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JimG.Nov 28, 2005

With such poor direction it is hard to tell if the actors are that bad or just lazy/demotivated. Predicatable plot, cliche ridden, schmaltzy - read a book instead.

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cameronmorewoodNov 7, 2012

This movie drove me literally insane. Everything happens so slowly, and everyone struggles so much to build relationships and communicate with one another that it is ultimately exasperating.