How to Make the Cruelest Month
How to Make the Cruelest Month

How to Make the Cruelest Month

1998Movie99 minEnglish

Bright and neurotic girl Bell sets two goals for New Year - to quit smoking and to fall in love. As the first task turns out to be too difficult, she puts all her energy into the second.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Ethan D. PhillipsGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

In this dark comedy, a group of disillusioned friends navigates the complexities of love, life, and existential dread during the month of February. They engage in bizarre rituals and confront their deepest fears and desires as they attempt to find meaning in their seemingly monotonous lives.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of dark humor and poignant moments, though some found its unconventional narrative challenging. It gained a cult following for its quirky characters and thought-provoking themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its offbeat humor and existential musings.
  • Appreciated for its unique ensemble cast performances.
  • Criticized by some for its meandering plot and bleak tone.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not widely available through Google reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Matthew Lillard, who plays one of the lead characters, was also a prominent figure in 1990s teen horror films, bringing a familiar energy to this indie drama.

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