Instant Family (2018)

The highs and many lows of foster parent life. Not overly sentimental, but also not afraid to tug at your heartstrings. It’s a feel good ending, but isn’t that what you really want?

Rating: C+

The Story Of Us (1999)

I think they wanted to show the ups and downs of a couple and their family over the years, but they spent way too much time on the downs. Sitting through screaming arguments is no fun, whether it's part of a movie or in your own family.

Rating: D

Storytelling (2001)

I saw Welcome to the Dollhouse from Todd Solondz a long time ago, and more recently, Happiness - so this was my third go round. I thought I knew what I was getting into.

I didn't. He crossed new lines and boundaries I didn't think could be crossed. That's not actually a good thing in this case. I realize I'm not making much sense, but I'm not really trying to. I'd pass on this one.

Rating: D+