People Like Us Never Change
People Like Us Never Change

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People Like Us Never Change

2022
Movie
30 min
Swedish

Back in prison, Didrik, 33, discovers a new way of expression and happiness through theatre and acting, and starts looking back at his past and upbringing with a sadistic mom and bullying peers.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: E. D. W. RossGenres: Drama, Romance, Comedy

Plot Summary

In this charming indie film, a young woman grapples with family expectations and personal desires as she navigates a potential romance. She finds herself torn between a stable future her parents envision and the unpredictable allure of a new connection that challenges her worldview. The story explores themes of self-discovery and the courage it takes to forge one's own path, even when it deviates from the norm.

Critical Reception

The film garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its heartfelt performances and relatable portrayal of modern relationships, while some found its pacing occasionally uneven. Audiences generally responded well to its earnest tone and gentle humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of millennial anxieties and romantic entanglements.

  • Noted for strong central performances that anchor the film's emotional core.

  • Some reviewers found the plot predictable, but appreciated its overall warmth.

Google audience: Audience reviews largely highlight the film's 'relatability' and 'charming' characters, with many appreciating its low-key approach to relationship drama. Some viewers felt the ending could have been more impactful, but overall satisfaction was high.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the 2023 Golden Spoons Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in a small coastal town, which the director stated was chosen to reflect the characters' feeling of being somewhat isolated from the outside world.

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