Hurry Monday
Hurry Monday

Movie spotlight

Hurry Monday

2023
Movie
90 min
English

After being betrayed on a job, a thief must scramble to fence the stolen gems before her murderous ex-partners catch up to her.

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes90%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users92%
Director: Kevin K. KimGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A Korean-American office worker, living a monotonous life in New York, finds himself in a precarious situation after a viral video of him experiencing a manic episode leads to unexpected opportunities. He navigates a bizarre turn of events that pushes him to confront his own identity and aspirations.

Critical Reception

Hurry Monday received positive reviews for its unique blend of dark humor and poignant exploration of immigrant experiences and mental health struggles. Critics praised its original storytelling and the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, often uncomfortable humor that tackles serious themes.

  • Applauded for a standout lead performance that carries the film.

  • Noted for its fresh perspective on the immigrant experience in America.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a darkly funny and thought-provoking portrayal of modern anxieties and cultural identity, appreciating its originality and emotional depth.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at the Tribeca Film Festival and won the Audience Award for Narrative Feature.

Fun Fact

The film is largely autobiographical, drawing from the writer-director's own experiences working in corporate America and his observations on mental health and societal pressures.

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