Falling (2021): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Falling is a 2021 drama starring Carina Battrick as Sarah (4 - 6 Yrs), Ava Kozelj and Bo Martyn. It runs 1 hour 52 minutes and earned $980,690 worldwide. Critics gave it 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
What Is Falling About?
The premise of Falling without spoilers.
As John's peaceful rural life falls apart, he brings his family and his aging father, Willis, back to California. Willis, a man rooted in the past, proves resistant to John’s attempts to modernize his isolated existence. The film explores the challenges of caring for a parent struggling with dementia and the generational clash that arises when tradition confronts a changing world. It’s a poignant story about family, duty, and the difficulties of letting go.
Falling Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- gay son
- gay couple
- homophobia
- father son relationship
- coming out
- father daughter relationship
- gay character
- gay slur
- gay male couple
- gay kiss
- gay protagonist
- homophobic slur
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- homophobe
- gay
- homophobic father
- gay father
- gay adoption
- gay parent
- gay interest
- actor director producer writer
- one word title
- husband husband relationship
- adopted daughter
- prejudice
- interracial relationship
- widower
- losing memory
- airline pilot
- male nurse
- changing diaper
- night flight
- senile dementia
- dementia
- reference to cuba
- reference to john f. kennedy
- reference to communism
- reference to the atomic bomb
- airport
- pregnant mother
- corn snake
- pet snake
- crying
- reference to hansel and gretel
- birthday party
- grandfather granddaughter relationship
- reference to barack obama
- reference to john mccain
- air force veteran
- talking about sex
- talking about love
Falling Cast & Characters
Carina Battrick leads the cast as Sarah (4 - 6 Yrs), with Ava Kozelj as Sarah (11 Yrs) and Bo Martyn.
- Carina Battrick as Sarah (4 - 6 Yrs)
- Ava Kozelj as Sarah (11 Yrs)
- Bo Martyn
- Bracken Burns as Jill
Falling Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Falling 62% on Rotten Tomatoes and 63 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 75/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in rewatch factor (55).
Falling Echo Score Breakdown
Falling for Christmas presents a comforting holiday experience anchored by warm performances and festive production design. The film’s nostalgic tone and steady pacing generate a sense of cheer, although its reliance on familiar rom-com tropes constrains originality. Viewers often respond positively to Lindsay Lohan’s charismatic return and the film’s cozy aesthetic, even if the narrative offers few surprises. The supporting cast provides capable contributions, while the visual elements reinforce the seasonal mood. Ultimately, this film delivers pleasant entertainment that resonates on an emotional level despite predictable developments.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 80
In terms of art and craft, the film’s production design and festive décor stand out for their polished presentation. The holiday set pieces and color palette evoke a warm seasonal atmosphere, though the visuals occasionally feel glossy. Direction and editing maintain a steady rhythm without noticeable innovation. Overall, the craft supports the film’s comforting tone with competence and clarity.
- Character & Emotion 80
When it comes to character and emotion, Lindsay Lohan’s performance anchors the film with genuine warmth. Her portrayal conveys sincerity, and the supporting cast delivers amiable interactions that enhance emotional appeal. Some moments of character development remain surface-level, and the chemistry occasionally lacks depth. Nevertheless, the core cast sustains viewer engagement through consistent and engaging performances.
- Story & Flow 60
In terms of story and flow, the narrative follows a familiar rom-com structure with predictable beats. The pacing remains measured and appropriate for a holiday setting, but originality is limited by well-worn tropes. Plot coherence is generally sound, though the reliance on formulaic scenarios reduces surprises. The film offers consistent engagement, but its conventional storyline undercuts dramatic tension.
- Sensory Experience 75
When it comes to sensory experience, the visual style leverages a bright color palette and festive imagery to reinforce a cheerful mood. Sound design remains unobtrusive, and the soundtrack provides an appropriate backdrop without memorable themes. The overall acoustic and visual cohesion ensures a pleasant viewing environment, aligning with the film’s easygoing holiday spirit.
- Rewatch Factor 55
When it comes to rewatch factor, the film provides reliable holiday comfort but offers limited surprise value on repeat viewings. Its predictable plot and familiar beats make subsequent watches largely predictable. However, viewers seeking nostalgic cheer may appreciate revisiting the light-hearted tone. Overall, the film’s modest replay appeal hinges on its seasonal warmth.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 62% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 41%
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Metacritic 63 Metascore
User score 6.0
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TMDB 65% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
8 ratings
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Movie Insider 2.0 /5
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Falling Box Office
Falling grossed $980,690 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$980.7K
- International
- $974.8K
Falling Trailers & Videos
4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 featurettes.
- Featurette LIVING ROOM Q&As: Falling with Viggo Mortensen and Lance Henriksen
- Featurette FALLING - Q&A | Viggo Mortensen, Lance Henriksen, Ed Harris | Film Independent Presents
- Featurette Falling Q&A Ft. Viggo Mortensen, Lance Henriksen, Larua Linney and Werner Herzog
Cars in Falling
4 cars on screen, including the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the 2017 Honda CR-V.
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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Important role -
2017 Honda CR-V Background role -
2018 Subaru Crosstrek Background role -
Toyota 4Runner Background role
Falling Also Known As
16 alternative titles, including “Jeszcze Jest Czas” and “Un hombre solo”.
- Also known as
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- Jeszcze Jest Czas
- Un hombre solo
- Chute libre
- 陨落
- 폴링
- Падение
- Ještě máme čas
- Zuhanás
- Falling - Ainda Há Tempo
- Düşüş
- Falling - Storia di un padre
- Падіння
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- נפילה
- În cădere
- 親情解鎖
- Padati
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Falling FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Falling, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Falling?
Falling runs 1 hour 52 minutes (112 minutes).
When was Falling released?
Falling was released on February 5, 2021.
Who is in the cast of Falling?
Falling stars Carina Battrick as Sarah (4 - 6 Yrs), Ava Kozelj as Sarah (11 Yrs) and Bo Martyn, among 4 credited actors.
How much did Falling make at the box office?
Falling grossed $980,690 worldwide.
How is Falling rated?
Falling has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 62% on Rotten Tomatoes, 63 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Does Falling have a post-credit scene?
No. Falling has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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