All Fall Down
All Fall Down

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All Fall Down

2009
Movie
94 min
English

An experimental documentary that takes as its starting point a nineteenth century farmhouse in Southern Ontario, Canada, and asks the question "what has been here before?"

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users55%
Director: John Patrick ShanleyGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman named Keri struggles to adjust after her sister dies. She finds herself drawn to her sister's husband and begins a complicated relationship with him. This leads to a series of emotional and psychological challenges as she navigates grief, love, and the consequences of her choices.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot and character development to be underdeveloped. While some praised the performances, the overall consensus pointed to a story that failed to fully engage or resonate.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy performances by the lead actors were often overshadowed by a meandering and unconvincing plot.

  • The film struggled to establish emotional depth, leaving characters and their motivations feeling superficial.

  • Despite a potentially intriguing premise, the execution was widely criticized for being predictable and lacking impact.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with some appreciating the emotional core of the story and the acting. However, a significant portion of viewers found the narrative slow, the plot implausible, and the ending unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'The Gift' during its production phase.

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