Palmer (2021) Reviews & Ratings
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Palmer reviews
Palmer holds a 8.1/10 average from 1,979 TMDB ratings.
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— Manuel São Bento (8/10)
“Palmer” is the type of conventional, formulaic movie that’s designed for audiences who don’t appreciate surprises. This redemption story about an ex-con who bonds with a misfit kid follows a tried-and-true blueprint that’s predictable and saccharine sweet, but the film has an honorable message of understanding and acceptance that celebrates unity — even if it does so on the most basic level. Former high school foot…
— Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots (7/10)
After 12 years in prison, former high school football star Eddie Palmer returns home to put his life back together—and forms an unlikely bond with Sam, an outcast boy from a troubled home. But Eddie's past threatens to ruin his new life and family.
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