Drama,Romance
United States of America
The Cake Eaters is a 2007 independent drama film directed by Mary Stuart Masterson and written by Jayce Bartok. The film revolves around the Kimbrough family, who are still trying to cope with the death of their matriarch. Easy, played by actor Bruce Dern, is the widower of the family's late matriarch, and he tries to reconnect with his former lover named Marg, played by Elizabeth Ashley.
Guy, played by actor Jayce Bartok, is the eldest son of the Kimbrough family. He is a struggling musician who has been away from his hometown for several years. He returns home for his mother's funeral but feels guilty that he has been absent for so long. He tries to reconnect with his brother Beagle, played by actor Aaron Stanford, to make amends for his long absence.
Beagle has been taking care of his mother until her death. He is a kind and sensitive person who has fallen in love with Marg's granddaughter, Georgia, played by actress Kristen Stewart. Georgia is a chronically ill girl who is afraid that she might not live long enough to experience the things she wants to do in life. Beagle and Georgia's relationship is a sweet and tender one, which provides a contrast to the themes of death and loss that pervades the film.
The Cake Eaters explores the themes of grief, love, and the complexities of family relationships. It is a character-driven film that allows the audience to understand the emotions and motivations of the different characters. The film was generally well-received by critics, who praised the performances of the cast and the film's sensitive approach to its subject matter.
