Released in August 2010, A Very Modern Family(The Switch in its original version) is a romantic comedy from director duo Josh Gordon and Will Speck, already known for The Skating Kings. The film stars Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman in a touching story full of misunderstandings about parenthood, friendship and the ups and downs of modern life. Available on Prime Video from October 1, 2024, this light, touching comedy explores the atypical choices women and men make to form a family in the contemporary age.
Kassie (Jennifer Aniston), single, independent and intelligent, decides it's time for her to have a child, even if no partner is around. Despite the warnings of her neurotic but lovable best friend Wally (Jason Bateman), she opts for artificial insemination and selects the perfect donor: Roland (Patrick Wilson ) , an attractive, charismatic man.
At a party organized to celebrate the upcoming insemination, Wally, completely drunk, accidentally replaces Roland's sample with his own, not remembering his gesture the next morning due to a terrible hangover. Seven years later, Kassie returns to New York with her son Sebastian, and Wally begins to realize that the little boy bears an uncanny resemblance to him. Memories resurface and Wally must now decide whether to tell Kassie the truth and how it will affect their relationship.
A Very Modern Family is aimed at fans of light romantic comedies, tinged with humor and emotion. The film deals with current questions about parenthood and modern relationships, such as the choice to have a child without a partner, or the role of men in the life of a single mother. This approach makes it relevant to an audience looking for stories where the family is redefined, in the tradition of films like Friends with Kids or Plan B.
The relationship between Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman is at the heart of the story, and their on-screen chemistry brings both funny and touching moments. What sets this film apart is its original treatment of the theme of friendship, which evolves into something deeper, with a plot centered on an accidental act that turns the characters' lives upside down in unexpected ways. A Very Modern Family reflects on the vagaries of parenthood, the search for happiness and the importance of friendship at key moments in life.
Available on Prime Video from October 1, 2024, A Very Modern Family is a charming romantic comedy that tackles parenthood from an original, offbeat angle. With heartfelt performances from Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman, this film is ideal for a light, entertaining evening. A fine reflection on human relationships and the surprises life can throw up.
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