
Infinitely Polar Bear
Sometimes family is the best medicine.
Directed by Maya Forbes
Produced by Park Pictures Features, Paper Street Films
A warm, character-driven family drama that finds humor and hope in the messy reality of mental illness and parental redemption.
A manic-depressive mess of a father tries to win back his wife by attempting to take full responsibility of their two young, spirited daughters, who don't make the overwhelming task any easier.
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Is Infinitely Polar Bear violent? Barely. Less violent than 86% of films.
Is Infinitely Polar Bear sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Infinitely Polar Bear easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Infinitely Polar Bear scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Does Infinitely Polar Bear end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 65% of films.
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Like Infinitely Polar Bear
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Infinitely Polar Bear
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Infinitely Polar Bear, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Infinitely Polar Bear, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Infinitely Polar Bear, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



























































