
Movie spotlight
Lemon
A man with his family in tow attempt to return a defective used car to the dealer. Tempers flare, the unexpected happens, and preconceptions are shattered.
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Plot Summary
A lonely, insecure acting coach named Isaac lives a monotonous life in Los Angeles, filled with awkward encounters and failed attempts at connection. When he adopts a lemon-colored blind-dog, he finds a strange sort of solace. However, his life takes a bizarre turn when the dog falls ill and he meets the dog's equally quirky owner.
Critical Reception
Lemon received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique blend of dark humor and emotional depth, as well as its distinctive visual style. The film was noted for its quirky and offbeat sensibility, though some found its pacing and unconventional narrative challenging.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unconventional humor and striking visual aesthetic.
Appreciated for the performances, particularly Brett Gelman's.
Noted for its dark and often uncomfortable exploration of loneliness.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Lemon' to be a distinctive and thought-provoking film, appreciating its unique sense of humor and artistic direction. Some viewers found the film's quirkiness to be its greatest strength, while others felt it was perhaps too odd or slow-paced.
Fun Fact
The film's distinctive visual style and quirky tone are heavily influenced by director Janicza Bravo's background in theater and performance art.
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