Key Exchange
Key Exchange

Key Exchange

1985Movie97 minEnglish

A young woman wants to get her boyfriend to commit to her, but the most she can get him to do is exchange apartment keys.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Director: Barnaby ThompsonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman is trying to get over a difficult breakup with her boyfriend. She decides to move across the country to start a new life in a new city. While there, she meets a number of new people who help her get back on her feet and learn to love again. Along the way, she meets a cast of quirky characters who try to help her find love.

Critical Reception

Key Exchange is a lighthearted romantic comedy that was met with mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics generally praised its charming premise and the chemistry between its leads, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the humor occasionally uneven. Audiences found it to be an enjoyable, if forgettable, entry in the romantic comedy genre of the 1980s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its romantic energy and sweet performances.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and predictable romantic arcs.
  • Considered a charming but ultimately slight romantic comedy.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of the early starring roles for Crispin Glover, who would later gain wider recognition for his eccentric performances in films like 'Back to the Future'.

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