Home Movies
Home Movies

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Home Movies

2017
Movie
2 min
English

In this home movie collection of gay men, memory serves as an act of hope, power, and above all, resilience.

Insights

IMDb7.7/10
Director: VariousGenres: Animation, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Home Movies is an adult animated sitcom that centers on the life of Brendon Small, a young, aspiring filmmaker who creates his own Super 8 movies with his friends. The series humorously explores the mundane and often bizarre aspects of suburban life, family dynamics, and childhood friendships through the lens of Brendon's filmmaking endeavors.

Critical Reception

Home Movies was critically acclaimed for its unique brand of observational humor, its deadpan delivery, and its surprisingly poignant exploration of childhood and adulthood. It garnered a cult following for its distinctive animation style and its often dark, surreal, and highly quotable dialogue.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, witty, and often awkward humor.

  • Lauded for its realistic portrayal of suburban malaise and dysfunctional relationships.

  • Appreciated for its unique animation style and memorable, eccentric characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the show's distinct comedic voice and its ability to find humor in everyday awkwardness. Many viewers appreciate its offbeat characters and quotable lines, contributing to its enduring cult status.

Fun Fact

The show's distinctive character voices, particularly Brendon Small's, were created by the show's co-creator and star, Brendon Small, himself.

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