The Package Thief
The Package Thief

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The Package Thief

Movie
16 min
English

A recent college grad picks up the hobby of stealing packages from other people's porches.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes40%
Metacritic46/100
Google Users55%
Director: Jake SzymanskiGenres: Comedy, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of friends get into trouble when an erotic film they accidentally made is mailed to their parents. The film follows Cameron and Sean, who accidentally film themselves during a marijuana-fueled encounter. When they realize the film has been accidentally shipped to Cameron's parents, they embark on a chaotic journey to retrieve it before the contents are revealed.

Critical Reception

The Package' received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its quirky humor and surprisingly heartfelt moments, others found its premise outlandish and the execution uneven. It was generally seen as a low-budget comedy with a few memorable performances, but it struggled to find a broad audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its surprisingly charming lead performances.

  • Criticized for a premise that doesn't always land.

  • Found to have moments of genuine humor amidst a generally uninspired plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a division, with some finding the film amusing and relatable in its depiction of awkward situations, while others felt it was too crude and lacked a compelling narrative. Many appreciated the chemistry between the lead actors.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Jake Szymanski, is also known for directing episodes of popular comedy shows like 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'The Good Place'.

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