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Just Buried
A young man inherits a nearly bankrupt funeral home from his estranged father. He falls in love with the alluring young mortician, only to find out she's offing people to keep the place in business!
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Plot Summary
In a small, dying town with nothing to offer but a cemetery, a young man inherits his father's funeral business. He struggles to keep the business afloat, dealing with eccentric townspeople and his own emerging ambitions. Faced with the town's decline, he attempts to inject new life into the community and his own future.
Critical Reception
Just Buried received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found the plot predictable and the humor hit-or-miss. While some praised the performances, particularly Jay Baruchel's, the film struggled to find a consistent tone, balancing its comedic and dramatic elements.
What Reviewers Say
The film attempts a quirky, small-town comedy but often falls flat.
Jay Baruchel delivers a solid performance as the reluctant heir.
The narrative struggles to find its footing between humor and melodrama.
Google audience: Audience reception for Just Buried is largely unrecorded or not readily available, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the town of Parry Sound, Ontario, Canada.
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