IMDb 6.6 2017 HD

Same Kind of Different as Me

Same Kind of Different as Me

2017
Drama
119 min PG-13 USA
6.758 / 10
6.6 IMDB

International art dealer Ron Hall must befriend a dangerous homeless man in order to save his struggling marriage to his wife, a woman whose dreams will lead all…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Michael Carney
Starring
Greg Kinnear / Djimon Hounsou / Renée Zellweger / Jon Voight / Olivia Holt / Peyton Wich / Lara Grice / Ty Parker

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

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Reviews

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Sophia Chen
Apr 15, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This film is a sincere exploration of how empathy can bridge vast divides. Greg Kinnear anchors 'Same Kind of Different as Me' with a performance that captures the internal struggles of his character, an art dealer whose life…

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Arthur Finch
Apr 15, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

'Same Kind of Different as Me' attempts to explore themes of societal division and personal redemption through the eyes of an art dealer and a homeless man. Greg Kinnear and Djimon Hounsou are capable actors, but the material…

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Isabelle Dubois
Apr 15, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A testament to the power of unexpected bonds, 'Same Kind of Different as Me' offers a moving portrayal of how two disparate lives can intersect and transform each other. Greg Kinnear is excellent as the art dealer grappling…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 15, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

This is a film that wears its heart on its sleeve. 'Same Kind of Different as Me' presents a familiar narrative arc: a man of privilege finds redemption and perspective through an encounter with someone from the margins.…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 15, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Ron Hall's life takes an unexpected turn in 'Same Kind of Different as Me', a drama that hinges on the unlikely alliance he forms with a homeless man to salvage his marriage. Greg Kinnear brings a grounded performance…

FAQs

The plot summary indicates that the film centres on an international art dealer befriending a 'dangerous' homeless man. While this premise suggests an exploration of the subject, the nuance and sensitivity of its portrayal would depend on the execution. The focus appears to be on the human connection forged, rather than solely on the challenges of homelessness itself.