The Center of the World
A couple checks into a suite in Las Vegas. In flashbacks we see that he's a computer whiz on the verge of becoming a dot.com millionaire, she's a lap dancer at a club. He's depressed, withdrawing from work, missing meetings with investors. He wants a connection, so he offers her $10,000 to spend three nights with him in Vegas, and she accepts with conditions. Is mutual attraction stirring?
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Plot Summary
In the heart of Silicon Valley's dot-com boom, a young woman inherits a significant sum of money and a tech company. She finds herself caught between two men: a charming, enigmatic venture capitalist and a struggling musician. Her choices blur the lines between ambition, love, and the volatile nature of the burgeoning internet industry.
Critical Reception
The Center of the World received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised its exploration of the dot-com era's excesses and its performances, others found the plot to be somewhat unfocused and the characters underdeveloped. It garnered a modest following but did not achieve widespread critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its timely subject matter and portrayal of the dot-com bubble.
- Criticized for its uneven pacing and occasionally predictable narrative.
- Molly Shannon's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split opinion, with some appreciating the film's unique setting and themes related to the internet boom, while others found the story to be somewhat predictable and lacking in emotional depth.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in San Francisco during the height of the dot-com boom, capturing the frenetic energy and aspirations of the era.
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