Film Reviews: A charming fable about family, human connection, and what it means to be an actor

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Film Reviews: A charming fable about family, human connection, and what it means to be an actor

Mari Yamamoto and Brendan Fraser in RENTAL FAMILY. Picture: James Lisle/Searchlight Pictures

Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 - 17:00
Declan Burke

Rental Family

★★★☆☆

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