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The Fundamentals of Caring is an offbeat comedy/drama starring Paul Rudd as a man attempting to overcome his looming divorce by becoming the caretaker for a teenager with muscular dystrophy (Craig Roberts, Submarine). The two develop an unconventional relationship based largely on sarcasm and profanity, delivering many laugh-out-loud moments, while also slowly exposing the pain each is carrying inside.
Together, at Ben’s urging, they embark on a road trip across the western United States for Craig to see the world. It’s somewhat formulaic but fun and touching road movie that covers much familiar ground, but also offers a fine illustration of caregiving, personal growth, and emotional healing. Paul Rudd is as good ever, and Roberts is utterly superb. One of the best movies on the Netflix Originals catalog, and an undeniable winner, all-in-all.
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damanda
A nice movie. It’s melodrama-free which I appreciated given the subject matter. I found the ending a little bit premature but oh well.
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jack.whistle
Funny, touching, and simple. Paul Rudd is in his element as a dad dealing with tragedy. Great movie.
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Anne Michaud
Laugh-out-loud funny, sometimes crude, often touching. A profane young man (Craig Roberts) is confined to a wheelchair. His caregiver (Paul Rudd), who is nursing a heartbreak, set out on a cross-country trip.
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Travis
Great movie, leaves you thinking for a long time after. Its great when you’re feeling lonely it gives you another perspective of life from someone else’s point of view. Would definitely watch this movie again. It’s inspiring.