Captain Fantastic

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Bryan K @RT05207103 3 days ago Lets raise crazy people in the woods, oh yeah down with the patriarchy and capitalism and any traditional values. See more Wesley L @RT29197328 Oct 8, 2026 This movie is one of my favorite movies of all time. Gotta be in my top 3, maybe top 5. See more Scott F @safisher11 Sep 17, 2026 Pretentious, virtue signaling, communist douche raises more liberals in the woods. See more Jason B @jbourne Sep 5, 2026 An atrocious, pretentious, failure of a comedy. A radically philosophically moralizing film. The protagonist, Ben, is such a narcissistic, self-righteous hippie I just couldn’t finish the film and switched it off at the hour mark. Nothing was comedic about it. There are odd references to child sexuality, which was also off-putting and made me raise an eyebrow. A fully nude rear scene of the 8 year old girl and a full frontal nude of the father, Ben, were two such instances, in addition to the father graphically describing to his youngest daughter sexual intercourse while on a ride to their family’s house. No shade on Viggo Mortensen, who did well with the part he was given. But the rest of the characters felt hollow, the script felt more moralizing than realistic, and I could not suspend disbelief enough to enjoy this movie. Easily one of the worst full length films I’ve ever had to waste my time on. It could have been better if it had been thought-provoking, but it was not. See more Thyaagu C @Thyaagu Jul 21, 2026 4.25 ⭐️ How does something feel cute yet rugged, conventional yet wildly unconventional, provoking yet deeply satisfying - all at once? Just... speechless. See more Chris S @Janomi Jul 4, 2026 Captain Fantastic is a thoughtful family drama that asks difficult questions without pretending to have simple answers. Matt Ross explores parenting, education, grief, and modern society through a story that recognizes the strengths and shortcomings of both unconventional and traditional ways of life. The result is a film that's just as interested in provoking discussion as it is in telling an emotional story. Viggo Mortensen delivers one of the best performances of his career, making Ben Cash both inspiring and frustrating in equal measure. The young cast is equally impressive, creating a believable family dynamic that gives the film much of its warmth, humor, and emotional weight. Some aspects of the family's lifestyle and the children's extraordinary abilities stretch credibility, making parts of the story feel more like a philosophical exercise than a realistic drama. Even so, the thoughtful screenplay and satisfying emotional journey make Captain Fantastic a rewarding watch. See more Read all reviews

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