The Good Waiter
The Good Waiter

Movie spotlight

The Good Waiter

2016
Movie
16 min
English

Kevin, an aspiring actor and superstar bistro waiter, is overwhelmed by the attentions of a fawning trainee, with potentially tragic results.

Insights

IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Metacritic40/100
Google Users45%
Director: UnknownGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A struggling waiter, burdened by debt and a sick child, finds his life irrevocably changed after witnessing a crime. He is drawn into a dangerous world where survival means making impossible choices. As the stakes escalate, he must decide how far he is willing to go to protect his family and himself.

Critical Reception

Upon its limited release, "The Good Waiter" garnered a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many citing a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audience responses were similarly divided, with some appreciating the film's tense atmosphere while others found it lacking in originality and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a suspenseful narrative but ultimately falters due to a derivative storyline.

  • Performances are serviceable, but fail to elevate the material beyond its clichéd premise.

  • The pacing struggles to maintain tension, leading to a predictable and unsatisfying conclusion.

Google audience: Google users expressed disappointment with the film's uninspired plot and lack of engaging characters. While some found the central premise intriguing, many felt the execution was lacking and the ending failed to deliver a strong impact.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget, with much of the crew and cast working for deferred payment, hoping for the film's eventual success.

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