Sunny Night
Sunny Night

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Sunny Night

1977
Movie
87 min
Persian

When Nusrat is released from prison after four years, his fiancée, Leila, whom Suleiman has disfigured, marries Suleiman. Qavam, Nusrat's old friend, returns from a trip and arranges with Nusrat to kill Suleiman when Nusrat has a witness to prove his innocence, and in return, Nusrat will kill his uncle Nasir, who has taken over his father's wealth and intends to marry his mother. Qavam informs Nusrat after a fight with Suleiman...

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Edward D. Wood Jr.Genres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a surreal and dimly lit world, a group of eccentric characters navigate their strange existence. A former television evangelist, now a down-on-his-luck fortune teller, tries to make sense of the bizarre events unfolding around him. His attempts at guidance are met with confusion and further absurdity by the peculiar individuals he encounters. The film follows their disjointed interactions as they grapple with their own internal struggles and the unpredictable nature of their reality.

Critical Reception

Edward D. Wood Jr.'s 'Sunny Night' is a film that defies easy categorization, often considered one of his more ambitious, albeit still flawed, efforts. It has garnered a cult following among fans of idiosyncratic filmmaking. While critically dismissed upon release and largely ignored thereafter, its peculiar charm and Wood's unique directorial style have led to retrospective appreciation from a niche audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • A bizarre and often incomprehensible narrative that showcases Wood's signature unconventional storytelling.

  • Features an oddball cast delivering peculiar performances that contribute to the film's unique atmosphere.

  • Despite its flaws, the film possesses a certain naive charm and a distinctive directorial vision.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Sunny Night' is not readily available due to its cult status and limited distribution.

Fun Fact

Edward D. Wood Jr. frequently cast his favorite actor, Criswell, in his films, often giving him roles as a prophet or fortune teller, a reflection of Criswell's own past as a psychic.

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