Cherry
At age 19, a young woman is jilted at the altar. This leads to a declaration that she will swear off men forever. Now 10 years later, she suddenly decides she would like to have a child. She advertises in the newspaper for potential mates, whether by traditional methods or by sperm donors, but gets nothing but losers. However, two neighborhood men vie for her attention - her gynecologist and a professional clown.
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Plot Summary
A young woman from a small town dreams of escaping her mundane life and becomes involved in a dangerous world of sex and drugs. She finds herself entangled with a wealthy and manipulative man, leading her down a path of self-destruction. As her situation deteriorates, she must confront her choices and fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Cherry received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its unoriginal plot, weak character development, and gratuitous exploitation. Audiences also found it to be a disappointing and forgettable film.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempts at exploring dark themes, but ultimately criticized for its lack of depth.
- Found to be predictable and exploitative, failing to deliver a compelling narrative.
- The performances were generally considered weak, contributing to the film's overall mediocrity.
Google audience: Google user reviews for 'Cherry' are scarce, but where available, they indicate a general disappointment with the film's predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1999, the film was shot in late 1997 and underwent a troubled production and distribution history.
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