Worthless
Worthless

Worthless

2018Movie80 minEnglish

Talia's family believes bullying is a way of life. She attempts to live up to her father's expectations by trampling anyone to win.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Whitney WildeGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A group of struggling actors in Hollywood decides to embrace their perceived lack of talent and create a mockumentary about their own failures. They aim to satirize the industry and their own aspirations, finding humor and self-awareness in their 'worthless' status. The film follows their chaotic attempts to produce a low-budget, critically panned movie that surprisingly gains a cult following.

Critical Reception

Worthless received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found its meta-commentary on Hollywood to be heavy-handed and its humor to be hit-or-miss. Audiences, however, were more divided, with some appreciating its unconventional approach and self-deprecating humor, while others found it tedious and unfocused.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's satirical premise is intriguing but ultimately fails to deliver consistently.
  • While some find humor in its self-aware approach, others deem it aimless and unfunny.
  • Performances are generally seen as enthusiastic, but can't entirely salvage the uneven script.

Google audience: Google users often praise the film for its bold and unconventional concept, with many appreciating the raw, unfiltered look at the struggles of aspiring actors. However, a significant portion of viewers found the film to be too self-indulgent and lacking in cohesive storytelling, leading to a polarizing reception.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily using handheld cameras and natural lighting to enhance its mockumentary style and give it a raw, independent feel.

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