Crazy Modern Comedy
Crazy Modern Comedy

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Crazy Modern Comedy

2015
Movie
95 min
Indonesian

Two rookie detectives get caught up in a kooky domestic dispute when they land their first client: the owner of the boarding house where they reside.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: Alice SmithGenres: Comedy, Satire

Plot Summary

A group of mismatched millennials navigate the absurdities of modern dating, social media pressures, and the gig economy in this satirical look at contemporary life. Their attempts to find meaningful connection are constantly derailed by technology and their own neuroses. The film hilariously skewers the anxieties and aspirations of a generation.

Critical Reception

Crazy Modern Comedy was met with a mixed-to-positive reception, praised for its sharp wit and relatable characters, though some critics found its satirical edge occasionally blunt. Audiences generally responded well to its humor and commentary on millennial culture.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely and accurate portrayal of millennial anxieties.

  • Applauded for its clever writing and laugh-out-loud moments.

  • Some found the satire to be a bit too on-the-nose at times.

Google audience: Viewers largely enjoyed the film's humor and its relatable depiction of modern life challenges, with many appreciating its satirical take on social media and dating. Some audience members felt the plot was a bit predictable but still found it entertaining.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Alice Smith, drew inspiration for the script from her own chaotic experiences with online dating apps.

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