Hammerman Ikon

Hammerman Ikon Film Guide

Parenthood
1989
****
Director: Ron Howard
Cast: Steve Martin, Dianne Wiest, Mary Steenburgen, Ricky Moranis

A smart and amusing multi-character comedy about parents and children. The film poignantly shows that parental responsibilities never end and parental ties are never completely broken, no matter what age the children or the parents are. Shame about the dreadful ending that doesn't want to leave any conflicts unsolved.