Wanderlust
Wanderlust

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Wanderlust

1998
Movie
91 min
Serbian

After decades of work in Italy and Germany, Giuseppe is retired and returns to his family home in Istria. He is lonely and his mother advises him to get married. She hands him over his father’s uniform from the Austro-Hungarian army. Giuseppe sets off on a quest to find a wife in the “transitional East” hoping to be warmly welcomed. The road takes him to Budapest, Montenegro, Vojvodina. His plan is not so easily realised...

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users55%
Director: Michael Patrick KingGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A couple's relationship is tested when they decide to move to a commune in rural Georgia. They hope to escape the pressures of their city lives and rediscover themselves, but the unconventional lifestyle and quirky inhabitants of the commune present unexpected challenges. As they navigate their new surroundings, they confront their own desires, past mistakes, and the true meaning of commitment.

Critical Reception

Wanderlust received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its premise intriguing but its execution lacking. While some praised the performances of the lead actors, others criticized the script for its uneven tone and predictable plot. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its attempt at exploring alternative lifestyles and relationship dynamics, while many found it to be a disappointing and unfocused comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a fresh take on relationship comedy but falls short due to an uninspired script.

  • Performances are generally decent, but they can't save a predictable and often unfunny narrative.

  • The exploration of alternative lifestyles feels superficial and lacks genuine insight.

Google audience: Audiences found the film's premise interesting but felt it was poorly executed. Many viewers enjoyed the actors involved but were ultimately disappointed by the lack of humor and a weak storyline. Some appreciated the attempt to deviate from typical romantic comedies, but the overall sentiment was one of unmet expectations.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a vehicle for a different set of actors before the final cast was assembled.

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