By Chlotrudis Independent Film Society
Rating: 4 cats
Director: Mary Bronstein
Starring: A$AP Rocky | Christian Slater | Conan O'Brien | Delaney Quinn | Mary Bronstein | Rose Byrne
Year: 2025
Running time: 113
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18382850
Michael says: “How many horror movies are based on motherhood? And make no mistake this film is horrific in a powerful, if somewhat blunt way. The intensity if unrelenting, despite welcome bits of black humor. Rose Byrne is a force to be seen. For all intents and purposes, a single mom (husband is a ship’s captain who is rarely at home) Linda is caring for a young daughter with an undisclosed health condition that requires multiple doctor’s visits, and a lot of in-home care. Linda is also a therapist, and the stresses on her family life are starting to impact her ability to do her job. To top it off, her boss — played with infuriating emotional disetance by Conan O’Brien — is also her therapist. When her ceiling collapses due to a flood, she and her daughter are forced to move into a nearby motel and the stress just keeps mounting.
“Director Mary Bronstein is unrelenting in painting the challenges must face, and in fact, all monthers must face. Rose Byrne is simply remarkable in her portrayal of this woman on the verge, and the supporting cast is terrific as well. While it’s a tough ride, and possibly not for everyone, I found IF I HAD LEGS, I’D KICK YOU a compelling and utterly satisfying film. 4 cats”
Julie says: “Just saw this. Great perfs by Rose Byrne, Conan O’brien and the director herself (Mary Bronstein)! Great movie/story. Great directing yes! Glad this made it to the nominations list! 4.8 cats”
Jess says: “I thought ASAP Rocky was also great even if they didnt give him much to do. I found it hard to sympathize with Rose Byrne’s character but I suppose that’s what great art does haha!”