“Nicole Holofcener's newest might seem slight in places, but its rendering of complex characters in a conflicted economic landscape is varied, natural, and touching all the same.”
Though some may argue that the film doesn't fully challenge white female privilege (or tire of Kate's crying), it's to the film's credit that it uses this as character detail and tries to mine humor and social commentary from it.
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Candice Frederick
RTReel Talk OnlineSep 11, 2017
Funny at times, Please Give is a surprisingly heartwarming coming-of-age film for six adults all passing through different stages of heir life.
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Marjorie Baumgarten
RTAustin ChronicleJul 6, 2010
A stroll with these characters is a refreshing break from from the usual film exercises.
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Michael Leader
RTDen of GeekMay 7, 2024
For a 90 minute, short story type of film, Please Give starts to feel too baggy...