Crash Pad
Crash Pad

Crash Pad

2017Movie93 minEnglish

Hopeless romantic Stensland thinks he's found true love with an older woman, Morgan, only to learn that she's married and that their fling is merely an instrument of revenge against her neglectful husband, Grady. Initially out for blood, Grady finds himself strangely sympathetic to Stensland's plight and decides to get revenge on his wife instead.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Metacritic36/100
Google Users40%
Director: Jeremy SavilleGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

A sheltered, naive young man finds himself in a complicated relationship with a woman who is already in a relationship with three other men. He gets drawn into their unconventional living situation and attempts to navigate the bizarre dynamics of their shared 'crash pad'. The film explores themes of modern romance, cohabitation, and the absurdity of relationships.

Critical Reception

Crash Pad received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and its premise to be underdeveloped. While some appreciated the performances of the lead actors, the film was largely criticized for its lack of originality and its predictable plot progression. Audience reception mirrored that of critics, with many finding the film to be forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor often falls flat, relying on crude jokes and predictable scenarios.
  • Performances are a saving grace, but cannot elevate the weak script.
  • A derivative and uninspired comedy that fails to find its footing.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate that while some viewers found the film mildly amusing, the majority were disappointed by its predictable storyline and uninspired comedy. Many felt the film was a waste of time and lacked any real substance.

Fun Fact

The film's writer and director, Jeremy Saville, also makes a cameo appearance in the movie as a disgruntled neighbor.

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Kamurai

Kamurai

Good watch, could watch again, and can recommend. I really like this cast, and I think it took a strong actress like Christina Applegate to play her role. This movie is all about "being a man", or what it is to "be a man" with some fe...