Skewwhiff
Skewwhiff

Movie spotlight

Skewwhiff

2019
Movie
12 min
English

An elderly man insists on granting his wife’s wish of taking their car through a drive-thru car wash.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: Barnaby EdwardsGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Skewwhiff tells the story of a woman named Agnes, who is on the verge of a breakdown as her life unravels around her. She struggles with her demanding job, her marital relationship, and her own internal demons. The film follows her journey as she attempts to navigate the complexities of modern life and find a sense of balance.

Critical Reception

Skewwhiff received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its honest portrayal of a woman's struggles and the nuanced performance of its lead actress. Some found the pacing to be a little slow in parts, but overall it was seen as a thought-provoking and relatable film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of female anxiety and stress.

  • The lead performance is consistently highlighted as a strong point.

  • Some critics noted a lack of narrative momentum in the middle section.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's relatable themes and the strong central performance. Many found it to be an honest and sometimes uncomfortable look at the pressures faced by women today. Some viewers wished for a more uplifting or definitive conclusion.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Skewwhiff', is a British colloquialism meaning 'not straight or level; askew'.

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