Tumbledown
Tumbledown

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Tumbledown

2013
Movie
80 min
English

Inspired by true events, Todd Verow’s Tumbledown is an explosive cocktail- an emotional rollercoaster ride through the dark sides of sexuality. A complicated love triangle develops after hunky Jay meets bartender Nick and invites him to spend the weekend with him and his partner in their country cabin. Soon, copious amounts of sex, drugs and alcohol lead to a dark obsession and even darker complications. Always bold and never less than riveting, Tumbledown is sure to leave you breathless.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users65%
Director: Patrick BriceGenres: Comedy, Drama, Music

Plot Summary

A widowed musician struggles to record a memorial album for her late husband, a famous folk singer. She hires a young, ambitious biographer to document her life and music, but their professional relationship becomes complicated. As they delve into the past, she confronts her grief and he uncovers secrets that challenge his perception of her and her late husband.

Critical Reception

Tumbledown received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its heartfelt performances, particularly from Rebecca Hall and Jason Sudeikis, and its sensitive exploration of grief and memory. Some found the narrative a bit predictable, but the emotional core and the chemistry between the leads were widely appreciated.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional depth and strong performances.

  • Noted for its exploration of grief and the complexities of relationships.

  • Some critics found the plot a little too conventional.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the compelling performances of the lead actors and the film's touching portrayal of loss and healing. Many appreciated the nuanced emotional journey, though a segment found the pacing slow at times.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Patrick Brice, also directed the acclaimed horror film 'Creep' and its sequel, showcasing his versatility in genre.

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CinemaSerf

Todd Verow wrote, filmed and directed this story about a man who thinks nothing of spiking the drinks of younger men then having his wicked way with them. Is there more to it? Well I'm open to explanations, for the vast majority of the stor...