Rare Objects (film)

Rare Objects is a 2023 American drama film co-written and directed by Katie Holmes.[1][2] It stars Saundra Santiago, Derek Luke, Holmes and Alan Cumming.[3] The film is based on Kathleen Tessaro's 2016 historic fiction novel Rare Objects.[4]

Plot

Benita Parla (Julia Mayorga) seeks to rebuild her life after starting work at an antique store. She regains her confidence while working with her kind employer Peter Kessler (Alan Cumming).[5] At the same time, she also meets one of her friends Diana Van der Laar (Katie Holmes) who is living with mental illness. Benita starts to learn more about herself and others around her through friendship.[6][7]

Cast

Release

The film was released in theatres on 14 April 2023.[9] The movie grossed $10,454 for its theatrical release run.[10]

Reception

The film received mixed reviews from film critics. It holds a 43% approval rating on review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, based on 14 reviews.[11] Calum Marsh of New York Times said, "At times a couple of pointlessly showy long takes add nothing and are a distraction."[12]

References

  1. ^ Gyarkye, Lovia (April 12, 2023). "'Rare Objects' Review: Katie Holmes' Latest Feature Shortchanges Itself". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  2. ^ "Katie Holmes spotted directing her first movie in NYC". HOLA. October 29, 2021. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  3. ^ Gleiberman, Owen (April 17, 2023). "'Rare Objects' Review: Katie Holmes Directs and Costars in a Movie About Mental Illness, Antiques, and Recovering from Trauma". Variety. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  4. ^ Smith, Tessa (April 14, 2023). "Katie Holmes & Julia Mayorga On Bringing Rare Objects To The Screen". ScreenRant. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  5. ^ "Get ready to cry with the trailer of 'Rare Objects', Katie Holmes' new film". HOLA. February 24, 2023. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  6. ^ Deshpande, Akash (July 7, 2023). "Rare Objects (2023) Movie Ending Explained - What happened in Benita's past?". High On Films. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  7. ^ "Movie review: Katie Holmes' "Rare Objects"". The Spring Magazine. April 16, 2023. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  8. ^ Scorziello, Sophia (April 14, 2023). "Derek Luke Discusses Reuniting With Katie Holmes for 'Rare Objects,' Fatherhood as Heroism and Rejoining Marvel". Variety. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  9. ^ "Katie Holmes, Julia Mayorga and Alan Cumming Star in Trailer for Rare Objects — Watch". Peoplemag. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  10. ^ "Rare Objects". Box Office Mojo. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  11. ^ "Rare Objects - Rotten Tomatoes". www.rottentomatoes.com. April 14, 2023. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
  12. ^ Marsh, Calum (April 13, 2023). "'Rare Objects' Review: A Woman Under the Influence". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved January 7, 2024.
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