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2021
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Yes Day
Positive Reviews
23
Negative reviews
16
Average Rating
2.8
/5
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3.8
But it is an entertaining, family friendly romp with wish fulfilling yeses, extended comic mayhem, and satisfying consequences.
Rogerebert
3.0
Whether youre talking about family movies or family itself, thats good enough to get by.
Indie Wire
4.5
In fact, its so obvious that shes a good mom that the upshot of the scene is that it isnt really Allisons parenting thats the problem.
Variety
2.0
If you need a charming film headed up by a skilled comic actor about a family going through troubling times then watch Rose Byrne in Instant Family in ..
The Guardian
1.5
Its parental wish fulfillment that isnt at all interested in what being a kid actually feels like.
The Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Dad is chased by vindictive birds, Mom picks a fight at a theme park and the kids come to appreciate that, sometimes, adults are right to say no to th ..
The New York Times
4.5
In fact, the one larger scenethe third act climaxwhere an underlying piece of weirdness isnt shaking things up falls pretty soundly flat.
Paste Magazine
4.5
But will kids whine about it (other than for their own Yes Day) Probably not, and parents likely wont mind either.
3.5
It doesnt affect the plot in any way, but its just nice to see an accessible studio comedy of this nature recognize the existence of these types of fa ..
The Young Folks
2.0
But while theres undoubtedly comedy kindling in the set up, Justin Malens (Office Christmas Party) disappointingly bland script stubbornly refuses to ..
1.5
But unlike a series such as say, Jane the Virgin, it doesnt fully embrace it.
The Globe And Mail
2.5
And theres down time between them and before a sweet teachable moment finale that makes Yes Day play like a two hour drag (its under 90 minutes long).
Rogers Movie Nation
3.0
Kids will likely embrace its manic energy and demonstrations of excess, while parents will undoubtedly relate to a few examples of domestic bustle and ..
Blu Ray
1.5
Great production values, but super annoying. Garner makes the same mistakes as a producer that her mom makes in the movie. Ramirez while talented is n ..
You Tube
2.0
Miguel Artetas film is banal and predictable, but only a real killjoy mum or dad would think of vetoing it.
The Times
2.5
For a lot of parents this will ring true, if theyre honest with themselves.
Az Central
3.0
Its rare to see the real world impinging on what is basically a Christian inflected, highly confected, sub Disney kind of family flick.
Smh
4.5
Obviously thats not a serious critique of Miguel Artetas hyperactive family film, which remains the kind of lightweight entertainment you could use to ..
Flickering Myth
1.5
If youre going to design a movie around kids wish fulfillment, dont qualify it by requiring parents to play their roles.
Pajiba
3.0
and theyre not genies, so they cant grant them, say, a million dollars.
Detroit News
1.5
The predictable poop joke is mined to extract the heartiest laughs.
Firstpost
3.0
While certain challenges in this film may seem a little extravagant, theres an admirable lesson to be had for parents and children.
You Tube
1.5
An eventful play date around LA Its cute, its cuddly and Brady Bunch wholesome but this well meaning feelgood flick falls flat with a lack of decent g ..
Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.0
But theyre all working from a script thats largely absent of laughs and one that doesnt have commitment to its concept.
Digital Spy
3.0
Basically, if youre a fan of people being gooped (and not in the adult, Gwyneth Paltrow way) then youll find plenty to enjoy here.
Stuff
3.8
Its only when a video project by Nando reveals just how frantic Allisons frequently shouted No!
4.5
Director Miguel Arteta doesnt employ much subtlety in doing so, or even toning down the over stuffed action of Justin Malens script, but kids are gonn ..
Dead Line
3.1
Director/co writer Elza Kephart doesnt let anyone off the hook in this bloody and fun satire.
Mercury News
3.0
Especially when it ticks all the boxes and doesnt really stuff anything up.
Bitly
3.0
The windows down car wash, water balloon Capture The Flag game, and diarrhea inducing dessert feast dont just offer a chance for the kids to go hog wi ..
Film Avclub
2.0
Director Miguel Arteta handles this all like a train conductor, mostly striving to make sure that all the dumb hijinx are framed correctly to make it ..
Alternate Ending
2.5
You cant break laws and youve got to stay within 20 miles of home.
Ap News
4.5
Allison doesnt have a care in the world when she meets and falls in love with her handsome husband, Carlos.
Culture
2.5
Yes Day isnt the best or most original movie youre ever going to see.
2.0
Thats the foundation for director Miguel Aretas harmless and sweet natured comedy that delivers slapstick humor in droves without making adults head f ..
The Only Critic
2.5
The action leading up to the inevitable moral is kept afloat by likable, peppy performances from Garner (who also produced) and Ramirez, but nonethele ..
Richard Crouse
3.0
Overall, Yes Day doesnt make a massive impression, but its a perfectly fine movie if youre looking for something to watch with the family.
Crooked Marquee
3.0
But theres good old fashioned nonsense and enjoyment aplenty arising from the Yes Day activities.
Entertainment Ie
3.0
Overall Thoughts Yes Day is one hundred percent a movie made for kids but it is still a lot of fun for the adults.
Mama's Geeky
2.0
Whether a family comedy is good usually comes down to this: Is it something that can be simultaneously enjoyed by kids and adults With Yes Day, the an ..
Movie Show Plus
4.5
A pretty sweet and cute comedy... Jennifer Garner is famously likable, and shes likable here.
FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
3.0
Yes Day is pretty much a predictable family friendly movie, complete with all the obligatory fun and moral lesson.
Casey's Movie Mania
2.0
Starring opposite a surprisingly comfortable Edgar Ramirez, Jennifer Garner supplies earnest commitment in this adventure for a family to find common ..
WhatToWatch
0.5
So no, Jennifer, this isnt a movie to watch with the whole family.
Box Office Prophets
2.5
Youd hope for a few laugh out loud moments, but theyre hard to find if youre past a certain age.
The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
2.5
Without contributing anything new, Yes Day positions itself in the reflection of parental fears.
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