Mixed Doubles
Mixed Doubles

Mixed Doubles

2017Movie119 minJapanese

To get revenge on her ex-boyfriend and to help revive her late mother's tennis table club, a table tennis prodigy decides to take part in a mixed doubles table tennis tournament.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Philip JohnGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

This British comedy-drama follows four young people navigating the complexities of modern relationships and sex within the confines of a seemingly idyllic country estate. As their lives become increasingly entangled, they confront their own desires, insecurities, and the societal expectations placed upon them. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and the often-hilarious awkwardness of finding connection.

Critical Reception

Mixed Doubles received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, with some praising its attempt to tackle contemporary relationship issues with humor, while others found it to be somewhat uneven in its execution and depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its youthful energy and willingness to explore modern sexual politics.
  • Criticized for a lack of narrative cohesion and underdeveloped characters.
  • Some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, with moments of wit overshadowed by predictability.

Google audience: Audience reception for Mixed Doubles is not widely documented on Google, with limited available ratings and reviews.

Fun Fact

The film's script was developed through a workshop process involving the young cast, aiming to imbue the characters with authenticity and relatability.

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