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Daddy and Them (2001)

"It's hard to stand by your man... when your sister's sitting in his lap."

5.320011h 41mEN
DramaComedy

Directed by Billy Bob Thornton

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

October 26, 2001

Director

Billy Bob Thornton

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Overview

Ruby and her husband Claude are a working-class couple who live in suburban Arkansas. As crazy as they are for each other, their relationship is far from harmonious. (The lack of money doesn't help matters, either.) In fact, their whole family is fraught with unresolved conflicts. Then Claude's uncl...

Cast

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy Bob Thornton

Claude Montgomery

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Ruby Montgomery

Brenda Blethyn

Brenda Blethyn

Julia Montgomery

Andy Griffith

Andy Griffith

O.T. Montgomery

Diane Ladd

Diane Ladd

Jewel

Kelly Preston

Kelly Preston

Rose

Jim Varney

Jim Varney

Hazel Montgomery

John Prine

John Prine

Alvin Montgomery

Walton Goggins

Walton Goggins

Tommy Christian

Tuesday Knight

Tuesday Knight

Billy Montgomery

Sandra Seacat

Sandra Seacat

Elbe Montgomery

Jeff Bailey

Jeff Bailey

J.C. Montgomery

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Daddy and Them (2001), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Ruby and her husband Claude are a working-class couple who live in suburban Arkansas. As crazy as they are for each other, their relationship is far from harmonious. (The lack of money doesn't help matters, either.) In fact, their whole family is fraught with unresolved conflicts. Then Claude's uncle is arrested on a felony charge, and everyone rallies round. Ruby's mother Jewel and flirtatious sister Rose (Claude's ex-girlfriend) even fly in from Tennessee; but, far from being a source of support, Jewel seems only to want to break up Ruby and Claude.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Daddy and Them. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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