Everything's Fine: A Panic Attack in D Major
Everything's Fine: A Panic Attack in D Major

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Everything's Fine: A Panic Attack in D Major

2022
Movie
15 min
English

A musical comedy about a woman at the onset of her quarter-life crisis and her existential journey through the various stages of anxiety in song and dance.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Director: Bobcat GoldthwaitGenres: Comedy, Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A woman struggling with anxiety and agoraphobia is forced to confront her deepest fears when she discovers her deceased mother's ashes are being held hostage by a vengeful former patient. The situation escalates into a surreal and darkly comedic battle for survival as she navigates her phobias and the manipulative captor.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its unique blend of dark humor and psychological horror, as well as the lead performance. Some found the tone shifts jarring, but many appreciated its originality and willingness to tackle mental health themes in an unconventional way.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bold and original premise.

  • The lead performance is a standout, effectively conveying the character's struggles.

  • Some viewers found the tonal shifts between comedy and horror to be uneven.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely aggregated for this film, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for its quirky and daring approach to difficult themes, though some found it to be an acquired taste.

Fun Fact

Director Bobcat Goldthwait stated in interviews that he wanted to explore anxiety in a way that was both funny and terrifying, reflecting the often absurd nature of panic attacks.

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