Stinking Heaven
Stinking Heaven

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Stinking Heaven

2015
Movie
70 min
English

A black-as-tar comedy charting the dissolution of a commune for sober living in suburban 1990s New Jersey.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Greg GardnerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a run-down commune for addicts in the early 1990s, a group of residents navigate their struggles with sobriety and interpersonal relationships. The film explores themes of addiction, recovery, and the search for meaning in unconventional circumstances. Underlying tensions and dark humor emerge as they attempt to build a community while confronting their pasts.

Critical Reception

Stinking Heaven received a modest but positive reception from independent film circles, with praise often directed at its raw, unflinching portrayal of addiction and its darkly comedic tone. While not widely seen, it resonated with those who appreciated its authentic and character-driven narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and unvarnished depiction of addiction and recovery.

  • Appreciated for its dark humor and compelling character studies.

  • Noted for its lo-fi aesthetic and intimate, observational style.

Google audience: Audience reception data on Google is not readily available for this independent film.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on 16mm film, contributing to its gritty, nostalgic aesthetic reminiscent of the early 1990s setting.

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