IMDb 6.5 2019 HD

Where’d You Go, Bernadette

Where’d You Go, Bernadette

2019
Comedy Drama
109 min PG-13 USA
6.581 / 10
6.5 IMDB

When architect-turned-recluse Bernadette Fox goes missing prior to a family trip to Antarctica, her 15-year-old daughter, Bee, goes on a quest with Bernadette's husband to find her.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Richard Linklater / Vincent Palmo Jr. / Susan Ransom-Coyle / Jordan Weir / Brooke Satrazemis
Starring
Cate Blanchett / Billy Crudup / Kristen Wiig / Judy Greer / Laurence Fishburne / Emma Nelson / Troian Bellisario / James Urbaniak

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

quirky poignant brilliant anxious searching heartfelt eccentric dramatic comedic thoughtful performance-driven

Reviews

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Chloe Davies
Apr 7, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This film offers a compelling study of a woman whose genius has become a burden. Cate Blanchett is superb as Bernadette Fox, a former architect who has retreated from the world. The narrative structure, focusing on her daughter's…

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James Robertson
Apr 7, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

A delightful and surprisingly poignant cinematic offering, 'Where'd You Go, Bernadette' shines brightest thanks to Cate Blanchett's tour-de-force performance. She embodies Bernadette with a captivating blend of brilliance and bewilderment. The film skillfully navigates the complexities of a…

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Sophia Chen
Apr 7, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Where'd You Go, Bernadette' presents a fascinating portrait of a woman lost in her own world, brought to life by a committed Cate Blanchett. The film's ambition to blend quirky humour with serious thematic concerns about creative burnout…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 7, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This adaptation of Maria Semple's novel is a vibrant, character-driven affair, largely propelled by an exceptional Cate Blanchett. Her portrayal of Bernadette Fox is a masterclass in conveying a complex inner world through subtle gestures and profound expressions.…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 7, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Cate Blanchett anchors 'Where'd You Go, Bernadette' with a performance that is both achingly vulnerable and fiercely intelligent. The film attempts to capture the eccentric spirit of its source material, charting the descent of a former architectural genius…

FAQs

The film's themes of family, overcoming personal struggles, and a daughter's love make it a potentially engaging watch for many Australian families. However, its exploration of mental health nuances might resonate more with older teenagers and adults. It offers a thoughtful narrative that could spark conversations about creativity, ambition, and personal well-being.