From NetFlix:

Oscar winners Robert Duvall and Sissy Spacek team up to tell the true story of irascible Felix Bush, a backwoods Tennessee loner who planned his funeral in 1938 while he was still around to attend — and enjoy — the proceedings. Director Aaron Schneider’s deft blend of dark humor and poignancy also stars Bill Murray as Frank Quinn, the huckster owner of a failing funeral home, and Lucas Black as his dubious assistant.

Despite the above NetFlix paragraph, Felix Bush did not “enjoy” his funeral. But you will have to watch this wonderful film to understand why.

Even at the age of 78 Robert Duvall is still the master of his craft. I kept thinking “Wow, he really can project the infirmities of old age!”, but perhaps he was not faking all those seemingly painful movements. Here is an actor’s actor who completely adapts to his film character. Moreover Duvall, as far as I can tell, remained true to acting in worthwhile films as opposed to other actors (e.g. Anthony “I’ll play in any piece of trash as long as they pay me” Hopkins).

Sissy Spacek is a young thing of 60 in this film. And yes, she still has the knack.

Forgive me but Bill Murray (age 59) will always be for me one of the “Ghost Busters”. It was shocking to see him so aged.

Lucas Black (a mere 27 years old) adds a touch of sincere honesty to the film. So far I cannot find any memorable film performance in his history.

Question: What happened to all that money ? An answer would be appreciated.

Do not let the slow pacing keep you from this well-acted film.