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Smiling Fish & Goat On Fire
Two brothers share a house in LA's Fairfax district: Tony's a feckless actor, Chris is an accountant. Both are in relationships on rocky ground. As these emotions swirl, Tony meets his US Postal Service letter carrier, a single mom named Kathy who's come to LA from Wyoming with her daughter, a budding actress. Chris meets Anna, an Italian beauty working in the States for a few months wrangling animals on movie sets. Chris also befriends Clive, an aging and crusty man whose longing for his recently-deceased wife is a portrait of true love. Can Clive's example help Chris sort out his love life, and can Tony grow up enough to see the possibilities with Kathy and her daughter?
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Plot Summary
Two friends, one an aspiring poet and the other a struggling actor, embark on a road trip from New York to Los Angeles in a beat-up Volkswagen van. Along the way, they encounter a series of quirky characters and absurd situations that test their friendship and their views on life, love, and the pursuit of dreams. The journey becomes a surreal exploration of identity and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
Critical Reception
Smiling Fish & Goat on Fire was a cult independent film that garnered a niche following for its unconventional humor and quirky storytelling. While not a mainstream success, it was appreciated by some critics for its originality and offbeat charm, though others found its experimental nature disjointed and lacking a clear narrative focus. Audience reception was similarly divided, with fans praising its unique voice and detractors finding it too strange.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique, quirky sense of humor and indie spirit.
Criticized by some for its unconventional and sometimes meandering narrative structure.
Considered a cult classic by a dedicated fan base for its offbeat charm.
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Fun Fact
The film's title is derived from a surreal conversation the director overheard at a party.
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