Getting Over
Getting Over

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Getting Over

2016
Movie
18 min
English

A heist goes very very wrong.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Director: Jason MurphyGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Following a painful breakup, a young man struggles to move on with his life. He revisits places and memories shared with his ex-partner, grappling with the emotional turmoil of his failed relationship. As he navigates through his grief, he begins to find glimmers of hope and self-discovery, learning to accept the past and look towards a brighter future.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Getting Over' received a mixed to positive reception. While some critics praised its emotional honesty and relatable portrayal of heartbreak, others found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat predictable. Audiences generally connected with the film's themes of love and loss.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its heartfelt portrayal of heartbreak and the arduous process of moving on.

  • Criticized by some for a meandering pace and a lack of narrative originality.

  • Appreciated for its honest depiction of emotional vulnerability.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Getting Over' are scarce due to limited distribution, but available feedback indicates viewers found the film to be a touching, albeit sometimes slow, exploration of post-breakup recovery.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, with much of the shooting taking place in and around the director's hometown to save costs.

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