Everything Is Fine
Everything Is Fine

Movie spotlight

Everything Is Fine

2021
Movie
15 min
Croatian

It is the day before art student Sara’s graduation exhibition. While she is trying to focus on finishing her studies, the people around her are distracting her, lulling her into a feeling of false calm. Sara joins the fun to avoid facing the insecurity she feels about her work.

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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes97%
Metacritic82/100
Google Users95%
Director: Rian JohnsonGenres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

When a wealthy patriarch dies just as his dysfunctional family gathers for his birthday, a "whodunit" mystery unfolds. A shrewd detective arrives on the scene to investigate, uncovering a web of lies and secrets within the seemingly perfect Thrombey family. As the investigation deepens, allegiances shift and hidden motives come to light, leading to unexpected twists and turns.

Critical Reception

The film was a critical and commercial success, lauded for its clever screenplay, witty dialogue, and strong performances, particularly from its ensemble cast. Critics praised its fresh take on the classic murder mystery genre, blending humor with suspense effectively.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp writing and witty dialogue.

  • The ensemble cast delivers exceptional performances.

  • A refreshing and entertaining modern take on the whodunit genre.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly enjoyed 'Everything Is Fine', frequently highlighting its surprising plot twists, engaging characters, and the humor woven throughout the mystery. Many found it to be a thoroughly enjoyable and rewatchable film.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and won Best Comedy Film at the Golden Globe Awards.

Fun Fact

Rian Johnson initially conceived the film's central mystery as a way to explore his appreciation for classic Agatha Christie novels.

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