'Oh. What. Fun.' review: A forgettable holiday film
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Key Points:
- Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Claire, a stressed and underappreciated mom trying to manage her family’s Christmas, who eventually takes off on her own to reclaim some personal time in the film "Oh. What. Fun." streaming on Prime Video.
- Despite a strong cast including Felicity Jones, Chloë Grace Moretz, and Denis Leary, the movie fails to fully develop its characters or family dynamics, resulting in a generic holiday comedy that feels rushed and superficial.
- Director Michael Showalter and co-writer Chandler Baker aim for a light, breezy tone but the film struggles to commit to its premise, missing opportunities for deeper emotional engagement or memorable comedic moments.
- The movie attempts a road trip narrative reminiscent of "Planes,
