“Peace, Love & Misunderstanding” is a comedy-drama film released in 2011, directed by Bruce Beresford. The movie follows the story of Diane, played by Catherine Keener, a conservative lawyer who takes her two teenage children, Zoe and Jake, played by Elizabeth Olsen and Nat Wolff, respectively, to visit her mother, Grace, played by Jane Fonda, whom she hasn’t spoken to in years.
Grace is a free-spirited hippie who lives on a farm and embraces the counterculture lifestyle of the 1960s. As Diane and her children spend time with Grace, they begin to reconnect with each other and learn to embrace their differences.
The film explores themes of family, forgiveness, and the generational gap between the baby boomer and millennial generations. It received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the performances of the cast and the film’s heartwarming message, while others found it to be too formulaic and predictable.
Despite its mixed reception, “Peace, Love & Misunderstanding” remains a popular film among audiences who enjoy uplifting family dramas with a touch of comedy.
Duration: 96 min.
