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The Mouth
An amazing, witty and quite disturbing fiction, portrait of Julia, a 'wigger' who has a talent for beatbox. Shot in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Dumbo, The Bronx, Central Park, Cosney Island... with a cast composed by young actors discovered by Larry Clark, Michel Gondry and Adam Leon. A french girl teenager arrived in New York to meet her father. She has a special talent : the beatbox (imitate the sound of the drums with her mouth)...
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Plot Summary
A young woman who has been abused by her father for years finally snaps and seeks revenge. However, her quest for vengeance leads her down a dark path, blurring the lines between victim and perpetrator.
Critical Reception
The Mouth received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its intense atmosphere and performances, while others found its depiction of violence and its narrative to be gratuitous and unconvincing. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some viewers connecting with the raw portrayal of trauma and others disturbed by the film's dark themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intense and unsettling atmosphere.
Some critics noted strong performances from the lead cast.
Criticized for its graphic violence and predictable plot.
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Fun Fact
Director John Putch is also known for his work on the television series 'Cougar Town' and 'Black-ish'.
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