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"If only life were as easy as pie."
  • PG-13
  • 2007
  • 1 hr 44 min
  • 7.0  (48,290)
  • 75

Waitress is a charming and heartwarming comedy-drama movie that was released in 2007. The movie is directed by Adrienne Shelly and stars Keri Russell, Nathan Fillion, and Jeremy Sisto in the lead roles. The film tells the story of Jenna, a young waitress living in a small Southern town and her journey towards self-discovery and empowerment.

Jenna (Keri Russell) is a talented and creative pie maker who works at the local diner. She is married to Earl (Jeremy Sisto), a controlling and abusive man who treats her like a possession rather than a partner. Jenna's only solace is creating new and delicious pies, which she names based on the situations and events in her life.

One day, Jenna finds out that she is pregnant and is unhappy about the news as she does not want to be tied to Earl for the rest of her life. However, she decides to keep the baby and secretly starts saving money to run away from Earl and start a new life. Along the way, Jenna meets Dr. Pomatter (Nathan Fillion), a charming and nervous new physician in the town who becomes her confidant and lover.

As Jenna's pregnancy progresses, she begins to gather the courage to make some changes in her life. With the help of her friends and supportive coworkers at the diner, she starts to believe in herself and her abilities. Together, they help her to achieve her dreams and take charge of her own life.

Waitress is a beautifully crafted movie that captures the themes of love, self-discovery, and empowerment with subtlety and grace. The movie has a gentle and melancholic tone that makes it both charming and poignant. Its brilliant cast, especially Keri Russell, Nathan Fillion, and Jeremy Sisto, bring their characters to life with authenticity and depth.

Keri Russell is outstanding in her role as Jenna. She portrays the character with a perfect blend of vulnerability, strength, and resilience. Her natural charm and talent for subtle expressions make her the perfect fit for the character. Nathan Fillion is also fantastic as Dr. Pomatter, bringing a unique charm and quirkiness to the role that adds to the movie's overall charm. Jeremy Sisto, on the other hand, is convincing as Earl, Jenna's abusive and controlling husband. He brings just the right amount of intensity to the character to make him believable as a dangerous and menacing presence in Jenna's life.

Overall, Waitress is a delightful movie that will leave you feeling warm and hopeful. The movie is not just about pies, but it's also a story about a woman's journey towards finding herself and taking control of her own life. Its themes and messages are delivered with intelligence, wit, and heart, making it a must-watch for anyone looking for an uplifting and inspiring movie.

Waitress is a 2007 drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 44 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.0 and a MetaScore of 75.

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  • Release Date
    2007
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 44 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (48,290)
  • Metascore
    75