Bell & Shepard’s Daughters Weigh In: parents’ Film sparks Family Debate
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A candid discussion about a 2012 film starring Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard revealed a surprising critique from their daughters, Lincoln, 12, and Delta, 10. The couple shared on the November 25th episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! that their children’s reaction to the movie Hit & Run provided a unique and insightful “litmus test” for their family values.
Did you know? – Dax Shepard wrote, directed, and starred in Hit & Run, a 2012 action comedy. The film features Kristen Bell, his real-life wife, in a leading role. The couple’s daughters’ reaction to the film was unexpected.
A Family Film Night Turns Critical
The couple explained that Lincoln and Delta recently requested to watch Hit & Run, a film Shepard wrote and directed. Having not viewed the movie in years, Bell and Shepard agreed, anticipating a pleasant family evening.Though, the viewing sparked a lively debate, particularly surrounding the on-screen breakup of their parents’ characters.
“They were very upset,” Shepard recounted. “And what made me so happy is they were mad at Mom,not me. They thoght Mom was a b—h. They thought Daddy was a good boy with a bad past, and she shoudl be able to overlook that, and I agree.”
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Disagreement & Reconciliation Onscreen – and Off
Despite their initial disappointment with Bell’s character’s actions, the daughters ultimately enjoyed the film, especially knowing the couple’s characters eventually reconcile. This detail proved crucial in softening the blow of the initial conflict.
Shepard emphasized the significance of this reaction, stating, “We spent all this time making this autonomous film and Daddy wrote it and directed it and they were like, ‘We want to see it.’ And we hadn’t watched it in forever. We like,’OK,let’s watch it with you.’ They loved it. It’s very inappropriate. And it was a great litmus test for our children.”
A Revealing Moment for Hollywood Parents
The incident highlights the evolving dynamic between celebrity parents and their children, particularly as the children reach an age where they can critically analyze their parents’ work. The daughters’ strong opinions, and their clear allegiance to their father’s character, offer a glimpse into the values being instilled within the family. This candid moment underscores the power of film to spark conversation and reveal underlying beliefs, even within the most famous households.
