Film Review – 3 Generations

“3 Generations” deals with gender and identity, but it isn’t defined by it. Co-writer/director Gaby Dellal would rather make a film about parenting than anything else, turning to the troubles of guardianship over a combustible teenager to fuel most of the feature’s dramatic potential. Unfortunately, while Dellal is good with specific adolescent challenges and a general sense of need, she hasn’t edited together a complete movie. “3 Generations” feels aimless at times, confusing core issues with behavioral messiness and performance indulgence, while the picture’s sense of humor isn’t defined to satisfaction. While the material approaches an important subject, Dellal often seems like she doesn’t know what she wants to accomplish here, resulting in a forgettable effort. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com