The Kids are alright

The Kids Are All Right

The kids were all right and the film is just okay. There are some parts that are witty and fun. Some of the sexual undercurrents through the language are fun. The audience certainly enjoyed it. There are some racy moments. The general theme is valid. Nic (Annette Bening) and Jules (Julianne Moore) are a lesbian couple.

Nic is a doctor. Her personality tends to be very controlling in nature. She likes her wine. Jules is trying to find herself and recently has started a landscaping business. You sense their love but there is also a lot of bickering.

They have two children. The daughter Joni is played by the wonderful Australian actor, Mia Wasikowska) Her brother Laser is a few years younger. Laser and Mia are very close. Laser asks Mia to look into their sperm donor as he wants to know something about his father. Mia is hesitant but as she is eighteen she is able to look into the records.

Mark Ruffalo plays the part of Paul. Paul is very surprised to receive a call from his children and agrees to meet them. Paul is one cool ‘dude.’ He is successful in business. He loves women and seems to have many around. He has a twinkle in his eye and a permanent smile.

The children are enamored with him and want to see more of him. The two Moms get involved and it begins to crack their relationship.

We see the two Moms struggling to keep their relationship viable. It is further tested when Paul and Jules have a brief fling. (Not believable)

There are several nude scenes. I admire Julianne Moore for exposing her body. She is in great shape. She wears very little makeup in the film and has a fresh beautiful face.

Annette Bening does an excellent job in playing the part of a controlling mother and a lesbian.

I have always believed there is an inherent need for children to know their roots. Seeking out a parent can cause friction in a family. These problems are certainly well presented. I also was interested in the interpersonal relationships within the family.

Great, definitely not. Okay is what it is. As a summer frolic I enjoyed the film.