Wiccaburr
Great acting and short film. The story feels a bit familiar and done before though. Also this was certainly one way to weed out visitors to have for dinner.
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The Good Word
2014
Movie
21 min
English
Ivan Cutler is a man on a mission - he spreads the good word throughout the town lands of Ireland in the 1950s. But he hides a sinister secret - he has a penchant for murdering those who are kind enough to invite him into their homes. However, when he calls to the rural farmhouse of Ma and Da Taggart, he meets two people who prove more than a match for him.
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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users72%
Director: Jeff Baena•Genres: Comedy, Drama
Plot Summary
A quirky comedy-drama about a young man who inherits a peculiar property from his estranged grandfather. As he navigates the strange legacy, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters and uncovers hidden family secrets. The film explores themes of family, identity, and finding one's place in the world.
Critical Reception
The Good Word received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its unique tone and performances, particularly from Aubrey Plaza and Robert Forster. Some reviewers found the narrative occasionally uneven, but generally appreciated its offbeat charm and emotional depth.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its quirky sense of humor and strong performances.
Appreciated for its unconventional storytelling and emotional resonance.
Some found the pacing and plot progression to be somewhat inconsistent.
Google audience: Audiences generally responded positively to the film's unique premise and the chemistry between the main actors. Many enjoyed the blend of comedy and drama, though a portion of viewers felt the plot could have been more tightly constructed.
Fun Fact
Director Jeff Baena previously collaborated with Aubrey Plaza on the acclaimed film 'Life After Beth'.
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