Pie in the Sky
Pie in the Sky

Pie in the Sky

1996Movie95 minEnglish

A young man obsessed with traffic patterns attempts to reunite with his first love.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes54%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Adam BrooksGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling writer working in a strip club finds himself falling for a free-spirited artist who has just moved into his apartment building. As their relationship blossoms, he begins to question his life choices and the direction he wants his future to take. The film explores themes of artistic ambition, love, and the pursuit of happiness.

Critical Reception

Pie in the Sky received a mixed-to-positive reception from critics, with many praising the performances of the lead actors, particularly Jeff Daniels and Anne Heche, and the film's charming romantic elements. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the overall narrative a bit light.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming performances and sweet romantic chemistry.
  • Noted for its lighthearted tone and feel-good narrative.
  • Some found the storyline to be a bit formulaic and lacking in depth.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, appreciating the chemistry between the leads and the optimistic story. Some viewers found it to be a pleasant and heartwarming romantic comedy, while a smaller portion felt it was a bit too simplistic.

Fun Fact

Anne Heche and James Tupper, who plays the character of 'Carlo', were in a long-term relationship after meeting on the set of this film.

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