The Open Road 2009 American drama film written and directed by Michael Meredith. The movie stars Justin Timberlake, Jeff Bridges, and Mary Steenburgen.
_Movie Details:_
- _Release Date:_ August 28, 2009 (USA) - _Runtime:_ 90 minutes - _Genre:_ Drama - _Cast:_ Justin Timberlake, Jeff Bridges, and Mary Steenburgen - _Director:_ Michael Meredith - _Writer:_ Michael Meredith - _Production Companies:_ Open Road Films, Strange Pictures - _Distributor:_ Anchor Bay Films
_Movie Plot:_
The movie follows Carlton Garrett (Justin Timberlake), a minor league baseball player who is trying to reconnect with his estranged father, Kyle Garrett (Jeff Bridges), a former baseball legend. Carlton's mother, Katherine (Mary Steenburgen), is terminally ill, and Carlton wants his father to visit her one last time.
_Movie Themes:_
- Family and reconciliation - Redemption and forgiveness - Mortality and legacy
_Movie Style:_
- Heartfelt and emotional tone - Strong performances from the cast - Poignant and thought-provoking themes
_Trailer:_
The trailer of The Open Road showcases the movie's heartfelt and emotional tone, strong performances from the cast, and poignant themes.
_Reviews:_
The Open Road has received mixed reviews from critics, praising the movie's heartfelt tone and strong performances, but criticizing its predictable plot and lack of originality.
_Ratings:_
- IMDB: 6.4/10 - Rotten Tomatoes: 44%
_Awards:_
- None
_Full Movie Detail Description:_
The Open Road is a heartfelt and emotional drama that explores themes of family, redemption, and mortality. With strong performances from Justin Timberlake, Jeff Bridges, and Mary Steenburgen, the movie is a poignant and thought-provoking watch. While the plot may be predictable, the movie's emotional tone and strong performances make it a compelling and engaging film.
