The Guardian review of ‘The Breadwinner’ notes acting and script issues
The Story
The Guardian published a review of the film “The Breadwinner,” starring comedian Nate Bargatze in his film debut. The review describes the movie as a dated dad comedy that compares unfavorably to Adam Sandler’s late-2000s/early-2010s work. The film features Bargatze as a suburban dad who must manage the household while his wife attends to her business.
Key Facts
- The film is Bargatze’s movie debut, co-written by him, and he plays a character also named Nate.
- Katie is played by Mandy Moore, as the wife who has an invention opportunity from “Shark Tank.”
- Will Forte plays Keegan, a roofer, and the review notes his scenes make Bargatze look “utterly lost.”
- Other SNL alumni appear: Colin Jost and Martin Herlihy.
- The movie includes product placement for Toyota.
- Director is Eric Appel.
- The review compares the film to Adam Sandler movies “Grown Ups” and “Jack & Jill.”
- A running gag about damp towels is noted as a positive element.
- The review states the movie “feels Scotch-taped together” and has trouble managing character count in scenes.
- The film is released in US cinemas, with UK and Australia dates to follow.
Conflicting Reports
No conflicting reports identified in the source article.
Still Unclear
The article does not provide information on audience reception or box office performance.
Misconceptions
The review states the film misdefines the term “work‑life balance,” as if the filmmakers have heard the term but never investigated it.
Key Figures
- Nate Bargatze – comedian, film’s star and co-writer
- Mandy Moore – actress playing Katie
- Will Forte – actor playing Keegan
- Colin Jost – SNL Weekend Update anchor
- Martin Herlihy – actor
- Eric Appel – director
- John Mulaney – referenced standup comedian
- Stella Grace Fitzgerald, Birdie Borria, Charlotte Ann Tucker – child actors playing Nate’s daughters
Sources: The Guardian
