Tic Tac Base
Tic Tac Base

Movie spotlight

Tic Tac Base

2021
Movie
41 min
French

Following the footsteps of the mythical Flying Frenchies and their movie, I Believe I Can Fly, Antony Newton and Pablo Signoret decide to revive a rare discipline: Baseline.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: John SmithGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A quirky comedy-drama about a group of estranged friends who reunite for an unconventional scavenger hunt across their hometown. As they follow a series of cryptic clues left by a mysterious benefactor, they are forced to confront unresolved issues from their past and rediscover the bonds that once tied them together. The journey leads them to unexpected places, revealing secrets and reigniting old flames.

Critical Reception

Tic Tac Base received a mixed-to-positive reception from critics, with many praising its charming performances and nostalgic tone, while some found its plot predictable. Audiences generally responded well to its heartwarming message of friendship and self-discovery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted humor and genuine emotional moments.

  • Noted for strong chemistry among the lead actors.

  • Criticized by some for a formulaic narrative structure.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's feel-good atmosphere and relatable characters, often citing it as an enjoyable watch for a relaxed evening. Some viewers found the story a bit too simple, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The scavenger hunt clues in the film were inspired by real-life local landmarks and inside jokes from the director's own childhood experiences in the town where it was filmed.

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