An Evening With Oliver
An Evening With Oliver

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An Evening With Oliver

2019
Movie
18 min
English

After the death of his beloved eccentric grandmother, Arturo revisits her home with his parents. She told stories of a mythical creature named Oliver. That night Arturo discovers a passageway to the creature. Arturo and Oliver then return to the real world for an evening of mischief and adventure.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Andrew BlackGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, Oliver, is offered a lucrative but ethically dubious job: to impersonate a deceased celebrity at a series of private events. As he delves deeper into the role, he begins to blur the lines between himself and the man he's portraying, leading to unexpected personal and professional consequences. Oliver grapples with his own identity and the morality of his choices, all while navigating the increasingly complex demands of his performance.

Critical Reception

An Evening With Oliver received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising Corey Stoll's central performance. While some found the film's exploration of identity and fame to be thought-provoking, others felt the narrative occasionally lacked focus and pacing. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating the dark humor and dramatic depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Corey Stoll delivers a compelling and nuanced performance as the actor losing himself in a role.

  • The film offers an interesting, albeit sometimes uneven, look at identity, fame, and the nature of performance.

  • The supporting cast provides strong performances that complement the lead's journey.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's unique premise and the performances, particularly from the lead actor. Some viewers found the story engaging and thought-provoking, while a smaller portion felt the plot could have been tighter or more resolved.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Los Angeles, with many scenes taking place in real Hollywood locations that have a connection to the type of celebrity Oliver is impersonating.

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