Bad Habits
Bad Habits

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Bad Habits

2009
Movie
87 min
English

"A troubled journey through the byways and back alleys of a mind out of balance." Sister Marie Fenche is a woman on the verge of collapse. Barely able to distinguish reality from fantasy, Marie's life is thrown into turmoil when she awakens one morning, alone in a room with a corpse in the bathtub. Is she being set up or did she kill the man herself? The truth is not even Marie knows for sure.

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IMDb3.9/10
Director: Gigi LaFranceGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows a woman who checks into a rehabilitation center to overcome her addiction to shopping. While there, she encounters a diverse group of fellow patients, each battling their own unique struggles. As they navigate the challenges of recovery together, they form unexpected bonds and confront the underlying issues that led them to seek help.

Critical Reception

Bad Habits received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited a predictable plot and uneven tone. While some appreciated the attempts at humor and the performances of its cast, the film struggled to find a consistent voice and deliver a truly impactful message.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to tackle serious issues with a lighthearted comedic approach, which doesn't always land effectively.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some cast members bringing more energy than others.

  • The narrative progression is often predictable, offering little in the way of surprises or deep character development.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Bad Habits' is scarce, with limited publicly available data to accurately gauge general viewer satisfaction or specific points of likeability or dislike.

Fun Fact

Despite its cast, which includes some recognizable names from television, 'Bad Habits' had a very limited theatrical release and is primarily known through direct-to-video or streaming channels.

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