Overview
- The film had its world premiere as AFI Fest’s Closing Night selection on Sunday.
- Critics single out Kate Hudson’s performance as career-best and a potential Oscar contender, with no nominations announced.
- Focus Features is set to release the movie in theaters on December 25.
- Writer-director Craig Brewer adapts Greg Koh’s 2008 documentary about a Milwaukee Neil Diamond tribute band.
- Hugh Jackman earns strong notices alongside a supporting ensemble that includes Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Michael Imperioli and Mustafa Shakir.