Piggie
Piggie

Piggie

2003Movie98 minEnglish

An unbalanced young girl in upstate New York dairy country falls for a petty criminal from NYC and tries to manipulate him into being her boyfriend.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Tad WeedmanGenres: Comedy, Drama, Horror

Plot Summary

A quirky comedy-drama with horror elements, Piggie follows a struggling musician named Mike who finds himself in increasingly bizarre and uncomfortable situations. As his life spirals, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters and grapples with his own sanity. The film blurs the lines between reality and delusion, leading to a darkly humorous and unsettling climax.

Critical Reception

Piggie received a limited release and garnered a cult following, praised for its unique style and dark humor, though some critics found its narrative disjointed and its horror elements underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its offbeat humor and unconventional storytelling.
  • Criticized for an occasionally confusing plot and uneven tone.
  • Seen as a cult film with a distinctive, albeit niche, appeal.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely available, but discussions often highlight the film's unique, quirky nature and its dark comedic elements. Some viewers found it too strange, while others appreciated its originality.

Fun Fact

The film's lead actor, Mike Doughty, is also the frontman of the popular band Soul Coughing, and the soundtrack features several of his solo songs.

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