In Her Shoes

  • 2006


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75 % Certified Fresh
$ 83 Million
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Positive Reviews 72
Negative reviews 10
Average Rating 3.5/5
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1.5
Its a rare film that requires a trash talking best friend and a lively, smart mouthed, comically blunt little old lady to liven things up. Av Club
3.0
You have to ask.The book is satisfying and dissatisfying in the standard way such target audience literature always is: The plot math is neat, the cul .. EW
4.4
Like a good poem, it blindsides us with the turn it takes right at the end. Rogerebert
3.0
But this is less worthy, packing in dark humour and decidedly flawed characters alongside the expected moral conclusions. Time Out
2.5
MacLaines are the only shoes anyone could ever truly want to be in here.
1.5
Thered be nothing wrong with this if the film fessed up to its kitschy soul. Instead, it pretends to be the high minded drama its not.
4.0
It doesnt have the sweep of TermsOf Endearment or the edge of In The Bedroom and may be forgotten next tothe true story drama of North Country or Walk .. Screen Daily
3.5
Its all a bit much for one comic weepie, but In Her Shoes maintains a breezy charm throughout and contains many extremely funny sequences.
3.5
Curtis Hanson wrests a richly textured story of love from Jennifer Weiners breezy bestselling fiction about two sisters engaged in an epic battle of t .. The New York Times
3.8
This is not a sellout project in anyway, but an intelligent and moving effort from the last places you would expect. E Film Critic
2.5
It presents something dysfunctional and abusive while insisting that the audience see it as touching and human. San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
A simple yet rich drama played with humour and compassion and blessed with excellent performances.
3.0
Sibling rivalry reaches epic heights in Curtis Hansons new girly drama In Her Shoes. Cinema Blend
2.5
A clunky flick that doesnt think at all, and ends up aping the worst traits of both siblings: Far too big and way too shallow, its a bloated lightweig .. The Globe And Mail
4.0
Jennifer Weiner, author of the 2002 novel In Her Shoes, uses the story to explore the following: Some of the questions I had when I started writing th .. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
Though slightly better than most smiles and tears chick flicks...it will work better as a DVD double feature with Beaches six months down the road. One Guys Opinion
4.5
We crave more of the rapid slang and secret code that, by excluding us, creates intimacy. Village Voice
3.0
It comes on like a Chick Flick, but becomes more than that as it manages to make a familiar love story fresh and perceptive. Sover
2.5
False sentimentality.Something that mistakes generalizations for insight ReelViews
3.8
Even at 130 minutes, the pastel colored In Her Shoes is an implausibly sharp, lively Chick Flick. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.0
Hansons film is a two hour plus story that hes made effortlessly engaging without sacrificing substance.
3.0
Hansons film is a two hour plus story that hes made effortlessly engaging without sacrificing substance.
4.4
Collettes performance is so full of juice and the beneficiary of good dialogue that Diazs may end up being underrated. Usa Today
4.4
Diaz and Collette deliver exceptionally strong performances (Diaz, in particular, nicely sends up her ditzy persona), effectively transforming their i .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
It manages to have the audience laughing and crying at about the same time. Lariat
3.0
I think it will ring true, at least some aspect of it, for nearly everyone who sees it. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
But all of the sticking points are overcome by the films amazing charm. News Review
4.0
Hanson and Grant are wise enough to keep things understated, so the film is more warmth and wit than outright humour. Shadows On The Wall
4.0
The Conclusion In short, In Her Shoes is a hugely enjoyable, well written and beautifully acted feel good drama that will almost certainly nab a nomin .. View London
3.0
No great claims should be made for In Her Shoes..If the aim here was to show how chick lit can become just plain lit, the effort failed. Cs Monitor
4.0
As conventional as the film is, it proves how satisfying the genre can be. Film Journal International ..
3.8
In Her Shoes demonstrates that its possible to make something fresh and enjoyable out of the most formulaic material. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
3.8
Requires a certain amount of viewer patience which, Im happy to report, is amply rewarded in the last act payoff. Internet Reviews
3.1
Entertaining enough, but its more pat than provocative this is what makes it a bona fide audience pleaser while keeping it from drawing real blood. Boston
4.5
The dialogue is exceptional bruising, funny, wise, with the directness that only siblings can inflict on each other. Smh
2.5
DENIED JUSTICE SECOND IN A SERIES Minnesota police have failed to investigate dozens of rape suspects even though they had been accused of, charged wi .. Star Tribune
2.5
Forsaking all art and subtlety, something he used to display in abundance, Hanson has chosen to adapt a Jennifer Weiner novel that is so light, it sho .. Toronto Star
3.0
As a multi generational serio comedy, In Her Shoes should appeal to both young and older females. Emanuellevy
3.5
Most important of all, In Her Shoes performs a minor miracle by walking a fine line between emphasizing nobodys perfect and preaching everyone should .. Reel Talk Reviews
2.5
Its hard to believe chick flick tripe like this was even revered with critical praise, but it happened. Cinema Crazed
4.0
This is a payoff for a joke in the script, and also underlines the subversion Hanson brings to the genre.
4.0
Yet In Her Shoes brims with the same wit and sensitivity as his 2000 comedy drama Wonder Boys. Bbc
3.5
Is there anything that the director Curtis Hanson cant do when it comes to the movies any genre, any story, any setup The New York Times
3.8
Far from being just a so called chick flick (a term I have always detested), In Her Shoes is a smart and surprisingly rewarding gem with resonating th .. The Movie Boy
3.5
It will undoubtedly attract more women than men, but its an enjoyable movie for both sexes, despite the all female cast and dreadfully long runtime. Bullz-Eye
2.0
Bridget Jones adventures were light hearted wish fulfillment, but the filmmakers behind In Her Shoes clearly want audiences to think its deep stuff ab .. Las Vegas Weekly
2.5
In Her Shoes treats love like a pretty accessory to be stored in a plastic box and shoved in the back of a closet when it proves impractical. Calendar Live
2.5
Instead he plods through the paint by number script and wraps it all up nicely into a crowd pleasing film that is ultimately forgettable. Hollywood
3.0
Its hard to imagine any audience that will not respond to its charm and truth. Seattle Pi
4.5
What a surprise!.This is nothing like its been advertised, nothing like the trailer, and nothing like what I expected, which was a stupid comedy. Tony Medley
2.0
Made to ease elderly women to sleep in their theater seats In Her Shoes is a limp moralizing story about two sistersMaggie (Cameron Diaz), a slutty pe .. Coles Mithey
2.5
Everyone gets exactly the reward or comeuppance they deserve, and every conflict is wrapped up as tidily as a birthday gift.Every genre has its formul .. Pajiba
3.5
The Bottom Line: By no means perfect, this film is often funny and moving, an inspirational story that is so well written and acted that to disregard ..
1.5
Another unforgivable sin this film commits is that it stays around long past its welcome. 7M Pictures
2.5
In Her Shoes provides the perfect example of a talented director rising far above his material. But theres only so much that Curtis Hanson can do with .. Boxoffice Magazine
3.0
Sure, we all learn some lessons here, but Hansons delivery is palatable, even for guys who couldnt care less about pumps. E Online
2.5
An obscure 1851 law could limit the ability of some victims of the Branson duck boat tragedy to be fully compensated for their loss. Kansas City
4.0
But in the midst of an experiment to reverse engineer the bunnies veggie craving brains, they end up creating the biggest and most beastly bunny youve .. The Stranger
3.1
Still, its a nice ride with quick to the point interactions that make for a great pace.I really liked the middle of this picture. Ross Anthony
4.4
Unafraid to let its materials scarred over wounds open wide, Shoes generated no shame when asking tear ducts to do the same. The Filmy Ap
5.0
I absolutely loved In Her Shoes. Am I supposed to burn my Man Card, or just rip it into several pieces. Waffle Movies
4.4
This is often a derogative denomination, but sometimes its just a descriptive referring to a genre. Montreal Film Journal
3.5
You will be able to save yourself from getting disappointed of watching nothing but a lame movie. Window To The Movies
3.1
Never lurked a Chick Flick that looked fairer on the urge to talk things out. Never lurked one with a smarter cast or a more cluttered screenplay, ful .. Chron
2.0
The movie hobbles like a three legged donkey, lumbering endlessly between sunshine and rain before finally disappearing over the rainbow in a flood of .. Film Guardian
3.8
...takes its time to set up its characters rather than barreling down the well worn track of character stereotypes... Scene Stealers
4.5
Its still pretty engaging and at times quite poignant, bolstered by terrific acting and crisp, effective direction. Or Lando Weekly
3.0
...the movie loses focus, meanders, and changes tone at the drop of a wine glass, but it can be touching and revealing, too. Movie Metropolis
4.0
It features wonderful performances by its three leading ladies; Diaz has the showier part and its great to see her playing complicated, unhappy Maggie .. Future Movies
4.5
manages to pull off a fairly astonishing hat trick: Its generally quite funny, its emotional moments ring true, and it features a trio of outstanding .. James Sanford on Film
4.4
Many films only pay lip service to the theme of familial conflict. This one really explores the way pain and love are often hopelessly intertwined in .. Aisle Seat
3.8
Well either fix the issue to your satisfaction or issue you a full, immediate refund.Just let us know we want you to be happy! Movie Eye
3.5
They feel like real people. They show their flaws and wallow in their misery, but they have a strength that gets them through troubling times and they .. TheMovieChicks.com
4.0
Its predictably goofy and warm in all the places you expect it to be. Orlando Sentinel
3.0
... the cinematic equivalent of penny loafers ... when theyre polished and buffed to a shine, they still look pretty darn good. Review Journal
3.8
Still, Hanson doesnt so much as reinvent the chick flick as improve it. The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
3.1
In Her Shoes is aimed squarely at a demographic grown up women who arent often catered to by Hollywood, and its competent and sometimes charming. But .. Seattle Times
3.0
An excellent cast and a superb script make walking in these shoes a pleasure. Week In Rewind
2.0
Hanson, Grant, and the cast have really built a small film of unusual competency and distinct feminine understanding, making every minute count in the .. Film Jerk
3.5
Two Old South Baton Rouge residents and an NAACP representative filed a petition Thursday to recall Councilwoman Tara Wicker, who came under fire from .. 2 The Advocate
2.0
A funny, generous film with strong performances, In Her Shoes redeems the often derogatory chick flick label. Reel Times: Reflections on ..
2.5
Dear Amy: My mother is 89 years old.At 85, she declined to renew her drivers license, acknowledging that it was time she stopped driving. Suburban Chicago News
3.8
Though at times Shoes looks as if it might wander off in the disparate directions of Terms of Endearment and Sex and the City, Hansons skill with acto .. Boston Phoenix
4.4
Working from the Jennifer Weiner novel, Hanson rips through the material to tell a human story that resonates to the soul. Arizona Daily Star
3.8
Its the performances three unerringly strong female ones that highlight this take on Jennifer Weiners popular Philly based chick lit offering. Imdb
4.5
Emotionally fulfilling Shoes.In Her Shoes is marvelously expressive.
4.0
This man, at least, thoroughly enjoyed the film, simply because each of the central characters are appealing and well played, and successfully evokes .. Democratand Chronicle
1.5
You cant make this stuff up: The same week that the In her Shoes debuts, Merriam Websters Collegiate Dictionary makes chick flick an official entry in .. Rich Mond
3.8
Good, solid entertainment and a demonstration of how an intelligent director and a great cast can transform corn pone into gold plate, if not quite go .. Boston Herald
5.0
It may do for the chick lit genre what Silence of the Lambs did for the horror genre: make it OK to like it, and encourage more people to adapt these .. Cinerina
4.4
Director Curtis Hanson shows the audience that he is not immune to schmaltz poured on extra thick. Houston Community Newspape ..
3.8
In Her Shoes contains enough funny, romantic and poignant moments to please its target audience, which is to say if I may be so reductionist chicks. Sac Ticket
3.8
Cluttered and predictable; but laced with laughs and enough of an emotional payoff to make it worthwhile. Town Topics
3.8
Fans of the old fashioned tearjerker will be adding a new movie to their list of favorites. Reno Gazette-Journal
1.5
When it comes to offensive depictions of disability, even with its abundance in movies, the silence can be really deafening, no pun intended. Wbai
2.5
Despite some strong performances and funny parts, including a wedding shower gone bad, the movie never seems to find the right fit.



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