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When the Smoke Clears
When the smoke clears is the story of three childhood friends and the year that will dramatically change their lives. The story opens with a flashback to the first time the three try drugs, and then zooms forward to them in their current setting as roommates. The story follows each one down their separate paths, Chris struggles to stay sane in his current surrounding, Shawn becomes more and more a drug addict, and Raymond becomes more ruthless as he loses ties to family.
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Plot Summary
A noir-inspired animated comedy following a down-on-his-luck detective who gets entangled in a dangerous case involving a mysterious woman, a missing artifact, and a city full of shady characters. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to consume him whole.
Critical Reception
When the Smoke Clears was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its unique visual style and dark humor, while some found the plot convoluted at times. Audiences appreciated the quirky characters and the stylish animation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its distinctive visual aesthetic and engaging voice performances.
Appreciated for its offbeat humor and noir sensibilities.
Some reviewers found the narrative pacing to be uneven.
Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's quirky sense of humor and animation style, with many highlighting its originality and distinctive look. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more straightforward.
Fun Fact
The character of 'Pudding' was partially inspired by the animation style of classic Warner Bros. cartoons.
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