Can a chaotic house party actually help two estranged sisters grow up?
In short: In the 2015 comedy Sisters, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler play adult siblings forced to confront their past when their childhood home is sold. To cope, they throw one final, disastrous party. Beneath the crude humor lies a story about the messy, necessary work of finally becoming an adult.
Directed by Jason Moore and written by Paula Pell, Sisters centers on Kate, an irresponsible nail stylist, and Maura, a kindhearted nurse. When their parents, Deana and Bucky, decide to sell their Orlando home, the sisters are summoned to clear out their childhood bedroom. The discovery that the house has already been sold triggers a frantic decision: they will host one last, wild party for their high school friends before the new owners take possession.
The production, initially titled The Nest, underwent a name change in December 2014. Principal photography began in June 2014 across various New York locations, including White Plains, Haverstraw, and Dix Hills. The film features a large ensemble cast, including Maya Rudolph, John Cena, and James Brolin. Despite the star power and the chemistry between Fey and Poehler, the film received mixed reviews upon its December 18, 2015, release. Critics like Guy Lodge praised the underlying human stakes, while others, such as Richard Roeper, felt the slapstick elements often overshadowed the genuine moments.
Commercially, the film faced stiff competition during its opening weekend, finishing third behind Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip. Ultimately, it grossed $105 million worldwide against a $33 million production budget. While the narrative arc follows the sisters through a series of escalating mishaps—including a sinkhole in the backyard and a falling-through-the-ceiling incident—the film concludes with a reconciliation. Kate opens a salon, Maura begins a new relationship, and the family finds a way to move forward, proving that even the most chaotic endings can provide a fresh start.
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