Pretty Fine Things
Pretty Fine Things

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Pretty Fine Things

2016
Movie
100 min
English

Enter the creepy and sick serial killer world of the Banner family. In the minuscule town of Bernardsville, New Jersey many girls have turned up missing. As detectives investigate, Walter Banner is renting out his second home mansion, to lure young college girls into his home to kill them one by one. Due to his fathers failing health, Walter calls on his brothers to come home for the weekend to help out pop, but instead, when they come home they decide to embark on a killing spree of their own. Everyone has a secret in the thriller/horror 'Pretty Fine Things'.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Adam BrooksGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A quirky romantic comedy that follows a group of mismatched individuals as they navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and self-discovery. Through a series of humorous and poignant encounters, they learn valuable lessons about what truly matters in life.

Critical Reception

Pretty Fine Things received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its heartwarming story and strong performances. However, some found the plot to be somewhat predictable and derivative of other romantic comedies.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming performances and witty dialogue.

  • Some critics found the plot to be formulaic, despite its emotional moments.

  • Appreciated for its feel-good nature and lighthearted tone.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's humor and relatable characters, with many appreciating its optimistic outlook. Some viewers felt it was a bit too light and lacked deeper substance.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Adam Brooks, is also known for writing and directing other romantic comedies like 'Win a Date with Tad Hamilton!' and 'Definitely, Maybe'.

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