Crybaby
Crybaby

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Crybaby

2025
Movie
11 min
English

An animated short about growing up and living with autism, taking place throughout Carys' trip through memories as she packs up to move out of her parents' home.

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Director: Need to be announcedGenres: Musical, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A feature film musical reimagining of John Waters' 1990 cult classic film. The story is set in Baltimore in 1954 and follows a rebellious teenager who is blamed for the crime wave that is sweeping the city.

Critical Reception

As this is a future release, critical reception is not yet available. However, the original 1990 film was a cult hit known for its campy humor, memorable characters, and exploration of outsider themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Anticipation for the musical adaptation is high, given the enduring popularity of the original cult classic.

  • Fans are eager to see how the unique visual style and rebellious spirit of John Waters' work will translate to a musical format.

  • Key creative teams and cast announcements will heavily influence early public perception.

Google audience: Audience sentiment cannot be assessed as the film has not yet been released.

Fun Fact

The original 1990 film 'Cry-Baby' was John Waters' most mainstream film at the time, featuring a cast that included Johnny Depp, Amy Locane, Traci Lords, and Iggy Pop.

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