Looking For Love
Looking For Love

Movie spotlight

Looking For Love

2018
Movie
82 min
English

A single, unaccomplished Zulu woman feels family pressure to find Mr. Right before she turns 40, in the pitiless concrete jungle that is Jo’burg.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Daniel MulloyGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near future where artificial wombs are commonplace, a woman finds herself drawn to the intimacy of pregnancy, an experience largely lost to society. As she navigates this desire, she confronts societal norms and her own deeply held beliefs about connection and motherhood. Her journey explores the evolving definition of family and the human need for genuine emotional bonds in an increasingly technologically driven world.

Critical Reception

The film garnered a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its thoughtful exploration of futuristic themes and emotional depth, while some found its pacing to be slow. Audiences generally appreciated its unique premise and the performances of its lead actors.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant and timely exploration of artificial reproduction and human connection.

  • Lauded for its intimate portrayal of a woman's desire for a biological connection in a synthetic world.

  • Some critics noted the film's deliberate pace, which may not appeal to all viewers.

Google audience: Audience feedback for 'Looking For Love' is not widely available through standard Google review aggregations.

Fun Fact

Director Daniel Mulloy is also known for his work on the critically acclaimed short film 'Home', which also deals with themes of displacement and identity.

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