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The Reception

ComedyRomance
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2005-04-23
1h 20m
English
Released
D Street Pictures

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The complex relationship between a wealthy French woman and her best friend a, gay black American, is thrown into turmoil when her estranged daughter comes to visit them with her new husband for the weekend in upstate New York. Through a series of drunken evenings and daytime squabbles it becomes apparent that no one involved is what they seem.

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About The Reception

The complex relationship between a wealthy French woman and her best friend a, gay black American, is thrown into turmoil when her estranged daughter comes to visit them with her new husband for the weekend in upstate New York. Through a series of drunken evenings and daytime squabbles it becomes apparent that no one involved is what they seem. Running 80 minutes.

The Reception Cast and Characters

The cast features Maggie Burkwit (as Sierra), Chris Burmester (as Chuck), Darien Sills-Evans (as Andrew), Wayne Lamont Sims (as Martin), and Pamela Stewart (as Jeannette (as Pamela Holden Stewart)). Their performances are a major reason The Reception has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Reception

The Reception flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Reception online for free?

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How long is The Reception?

The Reception runs for 80 minutes (about 1.3 hour).

Is The Reception good? What's the rating?

The Reception holds a 4.7/10 rating based on 12 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Reception?

The main cast includes Maggie Burkwit, Chris Burmester, Darien Sills-Evans, and Wayne Lamont Sims, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Reception available in English?

Yes — The Reception was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Reception released?

The Reception was released in 2005.

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Where can I watch The Reception for free?

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What is The Reception about?

The Reception is a Comedy/Romance English-language film. The complex relationship between a wealthy French woman and her best friend a, gay black American, is thrown into turmoil when her estranged daughter comes to visit them with her new husband for the weekend in upstate New York. Through a series of drunken evenings and daytime squabbles it becomes apparent that no one involved is what they seem.

When was The Reception released?

The Reception was released on April 23, 2005. It has a runtime of 1h 20m. The film was produced by D Street Pictures.

Who stars in The Reception?

The Reception stars Maggie Burkwit, Chris Burmester, Darien Sills-Evans and Wayne Lamont Sims. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Reception available in HD?

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