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Kelly & Cal

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An unhappy new mother (Juliette Lewis) banishes the blues through her friendship with a mischievous teen (Jonny Weston) who has a spinal injury.

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Critics Consensus

Kelly & Cal is a compellingly offbeat treat for fans of character-driven drama -- and a showcase for Juliette Lewis' formidable gifts.

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John Hartl Seattle Times Oct 2, 2014
2.5/4
The movie turns a little soapy as it tries to locate a satisfying ending, and there are too many self-conscious statements of life's little lessons, yet the passion remains. Go to Full Review Bruce Ingram Chicago Sun-Times Sep 26, 2014
2.5/4
It's difficult to be fully invested in the Big Emotional Developments of the final act. Go to Full Review Penny Walker Arizona Republic Sep 25, 2014
3/5
There are complex situations, well-acted characters and a central relationship that feels authentic and mature - and yet it's missing some element to bring it fully into focus. Go to Full Review Allen Almachar The MacGuffin Jul 17, 2020
C-
If it weren't for Juliette Lewis' strong central performance, there wouldn't be much else here to recommend ... See it for yourself, or don't. Go to Full Review Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com Sep 5, 2019
3/5
It's a generally pleasing independent film that quietly and tenderly renders its central relationship as an examination of those increasingly rare connections we experience with like-minded individuals as life goes on. Go to Full Review Ren Jender Bitch Flicks Mar 12, 2019
A film with real distribution, directed by a woman as well as written by one is a rare enough occurrence that I wish I didn't have to point out all that's wrong with Kelly & Cal. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Bahad j @RT27093708 Jul 22, 2024 The movie was a very exciting adventure from start to finish See more KB B @Okbullard May 19, 2024 This was such a compelling film with great acting, storyline and many intense moments. Juliette Lewis was exceptional as usual. It's definitely worth the watch See more nilufer e @Nilicim May 31, 2020 I did have low expectations about this movie but it exceeded them. Juliette Lewis was amazing as well as the Cal character. I even loved the husband. So things happen and there is no one to blame and it was beautifully crafted. See more Dec 1, 2018 Juliette Lewis gives an amazing performance in this odd drama. See more Jun 19, 2017 Great character driven story. See more Jan 8, 2017 what an awesome movie about Mrs. Robinson with a twist. the neighbor was a senior in hish school stuck in a wheelchair due to an accident while Mrs. Robinson was a new mom with a workaholic husband. so when the friendship becomes more and feelings get twisted...who comes out of it ok and not heart broken. amaing film done by netflix. See more Read all reviews
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Jen McGowan

Director

Juliette Lewis

Kelly

Jonny Weston

Cal

Josh Hopkins

Josh

Cybill Shepherd

Bev

Margaret Colin

Janice

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Kelly & Cal

Kelly & Cal (2014) Juliette Lewis as Kelly in "Kelly & Cal." Jonny Weston as Cal and Juliette Lewis as Kelly in "Kelly & Cal." View more photos

Movie Info

Synopsis An unhappy new mother (Juliette Lewis) banishes the blues through her friendship with a mischievous teen (Jonny Weston) who has a spinal injury.
Director
Jen McGowan
Producer
Mandy Tagger Brockey, Adi Ezroni
Screenwriter
Amy Lowe Starbin
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Mad Dog Pictures, Mountaintop Prods.
Rating
R (Sexual Content|Language|Brief Graphic Nudity)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 5, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 30, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$5.4K
Runtime
1h 49m
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