All About Nina
All About Nina

All About Nina

2018Movie97 minEnglish

Nina Geld's passion and talent have made her a rising star in the comedy scene, but she's an emotional mess offstage. When a new professional opportunity coincides with a romantic one, she is forced to confront her own deeply troubled past.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users63%
Director: Eva VivesGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Nina Geld is a fiercely independent and abrasive stand-up comedian navigating the male-dominated world of comedy in Los Angeles. She grapples with her volatile career, her complicated personal life, and a history of trauma. When she meets a charming police officer, she finds herself drawn into a new, potentially dangerous relationship that forces her to confront her past and her own destructive patterns.

Critical Reception

All About Nina received mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised Mary Elizabeth Winstead's performance and the film's unflinching portrayal of a complex female character. However, some found the narrative to be uneven and occasionally too bleak, while others appreciated its raw honesty and exploration of difficult themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mary Elizabeth Winstead delivers a powerful and nuanced performance as the titular comedian.
  • The film bravely tackles difficult subjects like trauma, abuse, and the struggles of female comedians.
  • While some find its tonal shifts jarring, others appreciate its raw and unflinching honesty.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film for its raw and honest portrayal of a complex character and the challenges faced by female comedians. However, some found the story to be quite dark and difficult to watch at times, while others lauded its bravery and Winstead's performance.

Fun Fact

The film's writer and director, Eva Vives, drew inspiration for Nina's character from her own experiences and observations as a woman in the comedy industry.

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