Wristcutters: A Love Story
Wristcutters: A Love Story

Wristcutters: A Love Story

2007Movie88 minEnglish

Zia, distraught over breaking up with his girlfriend, decides to end it all. Unfortunately, he discovers that there is no real ending, only a run-down afterlife that is strikingly similar to his old one, just a bit worse. Discovering that his ex-girlfriend has also "offed" herself, he sets out on a road trip to find her.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users74%
Director: Shana FesteGenres: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance

Plot Summary

In a strange afterlife populated by people who have committed suicide, a young man named Zia finds himself in a place where everyone is perpetually sad. He falls in love with a beautiful girl named Mikal, who he believes is the one who left him. Along with his new friends, Zia embarks on a journey to find the manager of this peculiar afterlife, hoping to find answers and perhaps even a way back to life.

Critical Reception

The film received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, who often praised its unique premise, quirky humor, and strong performances, while some found its tone to be uneven or its themes a bit too bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its darkly comedic and original concept.
  • Appreciated for its charming performances and surprisingly romantic undertones.
  • Some critics noted a lack of emotional depth or a slightly inconsistent narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's distinctive blend of dark humor and heartfelt romance, with many enjoying its unconventional take on suicide and the afterlife.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the 2000 novel 'All the Pretty People' by Etgar Keret.

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badelf

This a sweet romantic comedy with a creative twist and great laughs.