Envision growing up believing you are the only child to learn your father had another family. This is what happened to Sam (Chris Pine), a fast-talking salesman, who found out after returning home for his father’s funeral he had a half-sister he never knew existed in the movie People Like Us.
On the day of a complete barter business melt-down, Sam learns his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam agrees to travel home to help put his father’s estate in order. On his arrival he receives an icy welcome from his mother (Michelle Pfeiffer), making the situation additionally tense and uncomfortable. However, things even become more heated during a meeting with the lawyer when Sam, who is in a financial bind, finds out his father has left him nothing but an old shaving kit and a vinyl record collection. Yet, not all is as it appears, and opening the shaving kit Sam discovers his father has stashed $150,000 within the bag. Elated at the sight of the cash, he digs a bit deeper in the bag merely to find a note from his dead father asking him to deliver the money to Josh. Upon further investigation, Sam finds out Josh is his nephew and he has a 30 year old sister named Frankie (Elizabeth Banks) who is a recovering alcoholic, single mother, and financially struggling to provide for her son. The shocking secret turns his entire world upside down causing him to wrestle with his own life choices.
The movie is rated PG13 and not intended for young children. They more than likely would find the content unexciting anyways, since it contains mostly adult subject matter. There are a few cuss words, some brief sexuality, and a lot of drug and alcohol mention, so it isn’t a movie you probably would want your kiddo watching.
Overall, I enjoyed People Like Us and found it to be extremely interesting. I definitely did not see the ending coming! It had a delightful twist that almost left me in tears. GREAT HEARTFELT STORY! Plus, it contains a star-studded cast, keeping you entertained the entire way through, such as Chris Pine who gives an award winning performance and is adorable as usual!
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More About “People Like Us”
From the studio that brought you the award-winning blockbuster “The Help,” comes an emotional and inspirational story about a young man’s journey of self discovery as he connects with a family he barely knows. Starring Chris Pine (Star Trek), Elizabeth Banks (Hunger Games), Olivia Wilde (Tron) and Michelle Pfeiffer (Dark Shadows), DreamWorks Pictures releases “People Like Us” – a must-own, heartfelt and relatable story – on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, DVD, Digital and On-Demand on October 2, 2012.
“Charming, funny…and heartfelt”
– Scott Mantz,Access Hollywood
Inspired by true life events, the “People Like Us” Blu-ray Combo Pack comes complete with bonus material that delves deeper into the story that inspired the making of thisgreat film. These extras include audio commentary with filmmakers and talent, an extended scene of L.A.’s popular Henry Taco Stand featured in the film, deleted scenes and bloopers.
“People Like Us” is directed/produced by Alex Kurtzman (Cowboys & Aliens, The Proposal, Star Trek, TV’s “Hawaii Five-O”), written by Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci (Transformers, Star Trek, Cowboys & Aliens) and Jody Lambert (her first writing debut) and composed by award-winning composer A.R. Rahman (127 Hours, Slumdog Millionaire). Chris Pine, who plays Sam, is a twenty-something, fast-talking salesman whose latest deal collapses the day he learns his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam is called home to put his father’s estate in order and reconnect with his estranged family. While there, he uncovers a startling secret that turns his entire world upside down — he has a 30-year-old sister (Banks) he never knew existed.
PEOPLE LIKE US will be available to own and for in-home viewing as follows:
BONUS FEATURES:
Blu-ray Combo Pack:
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actors Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actress Michelle Pfeiffer
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Writers Roberto Orci and Jody Lambert
- Number One with a Bullet: The Story Behind “People Like Us”
- Taco Talk: Extended Henry’s Taco Scene
- Deleted Scenes
- Bloopers
DVD:
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actors Chris Pine and Elizabeth Banks
- Audio Commentary with Writer/Director Alex Kurtzman and Actress Michelle Pfeiffer
Digital
- Number One with a Bullet: The Story Behind “People Like Us”
- Taco Talk: Extended Henry’s Taco Scene
- Deleted Scenes
- Bloopers
On-Demand
- No bonus available
DISC SPECIFICATIONS:
STREET DATE: October 2, 2012
Direct Pre-Book: August 7, 2012
Distributor Pre-book: August 21, 2012
Release Formats & Suggested Retail Pricing: 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack=$39.99 U.S./$46.99 Canada
1-Disc DVD=$29.99 U.S. / $35.99 Canada
High Definition Digital= $19.50 U.S. / $23.50 Canada
Standard Definition Digital= $15.50 U.S. / $19.00 Canada
On-Demand= Check with your television provider or favorite digital retailer for pricing
Feature Run Time: Approximately 113 minutes
Ratings: U.S.: PG-13 / Canada: PG (bonus not rated)
Aspect Ratio: 2:35:1
Audio: 5.1 Dolby Digital
Languages: English
Subtitles: Spanish & French
Buy It
People Like Us Blu-ray Combo Pack is available for purchase at Amazon.com for just $24.99! That is 38% off the suggested retail price!
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