The Room
The Room

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The Room

2000
Movie
82 min
German

A woman and a man are asked to housesitting. Than can do whatever they want in the house, but they are not allowed to enter one specific room.

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IMDb3.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes24%
Google Users75%
Director: Tommy WiseauGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Johnny, a successful banker living in San Francisco, is deeply in love with his fiancée Lisa. Unbeknownst to him, Lisa is having an affair with his best friend Mark and begins to manipulate those around her. As Johnny's life unravels due to betrayal and deceit, he struggles to cope with the emotional devastation.

Critical Reception

Universally panned by critics upon its initial release, 'The Room' has since gained a significant cult following due to its perceived ineptitude in writing, acting, directing, and production. It is widely considered one of the worst films ever made, yet celebrated for its unintentional humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is frequently cited for its baffling narrative choices and nonsensical dialogue.

  • Performances are widely criticized as amateurish and unintentionally hilarious.

  • Technical aspects, from editing to cinematography, are often deemed incompetent.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's 'so bad it's good' quality, with many viewers enjoying it for its comedic value rather than its intended dramatic impact. Some appreciate its unique, albeit bizarre, artistic vision.

Awards & Accolades

None notable, beyond its status as a cult classic and 'worst film' contender.

Fun Fact

Director and star Tommy Wiseau famously self-funded the film's reported $6 million budget, the source of which remains a subject of much speculation.

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