Robert De Niro plays Frank, a widower who decides to visit his kids (Sam Rockwell, Kate Beckinsale, Drew Barrymore) in the drama “Everybody’s Fine,” a simple but tidily told tale about less than ideal familial bonds. Frank discovers the truths behind the realities fabricated by his children--or by him, in some cases--his visits insightful and relatable especially when examining the oft-unstable rapport between fathers and children. Adequately paced and visually composed, the film ponders dreams and disappointments, the revealing voice-over conversations between the siblings complementing scenic and symbolic shots of telephone poles and cables. A few scenes can be especially moving, even heart-breaking, and it’s quite easy to identify with specific situations and issues. De Niro and the rest of the cast perform spiritedly but subtly, despite some iffy lines.
“Everybody’s Fine” is an Ayala Cinemas exclusive opening on April 7.
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