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Gone Shopping
A satirical drama about how a nation's obsession with shopping changes the course of one woman's life. Clara, a forty year old 'tai tai' (wealthy lady of leisure) faces a mid life crisis and decides to runaway to the only place that has ever made any sense to her - the shopping centres. As she lives there, Clara crosses paths with other 'creatures' of the mall, namely Renu, an eight-year old latchkey kid who has been abandoned by her parents in a 24 hour mall and Aaron, an angst-y twenty three year old who skives work to hang out at the mall with his friends. Together, these characters lead audiences through a journey of love, loss and liberation through the heart of Singapore where they find that their dreams can be bought and broken.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, struggling with shoplifting addiction, attempts to get her life back on track after being released from rehab. She tries to mend her relationship with her estranged father and finds a new perspective on her life through a job at a suburban department store. However, her past struggles and unresolved issues threaten to pull her back into old habits.
Critical Reception
Gone Shopping received a mixed to positive reception from critics. While some praised its sensitive portrayal of addiction and a strong central performance, others found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reactions were generally favorable, appreciating its relatable themes and character development.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its honest exploration of addiction.
Melanie Lynskey's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
Some critics felt the plot lacked originality and depth.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Gone Shopping' are not widely available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Los Angeles, California, with many scenes filmed in a real department store setting.
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