P.S. Your Cat is Dead!
P.S. Your Cat is Dead!

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P.S. Your Cat is Dead!

2002
Movie
92 min
English

With his life already in shambles — his girlfriend just dumped him, he's lost his acting gig, and his cat is seriously ill — sad-sack Jimmy Zoole (Steve Guttenberg) comes home New Year's Eve to find a gay burglar (Lombardo Boyar) looting his apartment. Taking the intruder hostage, Jimmy threatens to unleash his pent-up rage on the would-be thief but instead begins to bond with his captive.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Michael HoffmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man, a struggling actor named Eddie, finds himself in a bizarre and increasingly desperate situation after attempting to rob a lingerie store. When his planned heist goes awry, he ends up holding the store owner hostage in his own apartment. What follows is a night of unexpected conversations, confessions, and a gradual understanding between the unlikely pair, complicated by Eddie's own anxieties and the presence of his cat.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its unconventional humor and performances, particularly from lead actor Mark McKinney. However, some found the plot convoluted and the overall tone uneven. Audiences generally responded to its quirky charm and relatable portrayal of awkward social interactions.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique comedic sensibility and character-driven narrative.

  • Mark McKinney's performance as the flustered robber was a standout.

  • Some critics noted the film's slow pace and occasionally meandering plot.

Google audience: Audience feedback for this film is scarce, making it difficult to ascertain specific points of praise or criticism. However, those who have engaged with it often highlight its offbeat humor and relatable themes of urban loneliness and unexpected connections.

Fun Fact

The film was adapted from a play of the same name by James Sherman.

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