It Runs in the Family

Audience emotional responses for 'It Runs in the Family' are primarily a blend of Humor derived from the dysfunctional family dynamics and sarcastic patriarch, alongside significant Empathy and Sadness stemming from the intergenerational conflicts, the patriarch's critical nature, and Alex's despair over his son's struggles. Anxiety is present due to the plot's escalating tensions, particularly the drug bust. Underlying these are feelings of Love for the family bonds and Hope for their eventual reconciliation and healing, reflecting the film's dramatic and romantic (familial) elements.