Joe's So Mean to Josephine
Joe's So Mean to Josephine

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Joe's So Mean to Josephine

1997
Movie
89 min
English

Josephine has her eye on Joe, a hot-headed, petty criminal who taps phones for a living. When she finally worms her way into his heart she realises it's not a nice place to be. But is it too late?

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Director: Adam RifkinGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling actor, Joe, devises a plan to make his ex-girlfriend, Josephine, jealous by pretending to be in a relationship with an aspiring actress. However, his scheme quickly spirals out of control as his deceptions become increasingly elaborate and his feelings for Josephine resurface. The film explores the complexities of modern relationships, jealousy, and the often-absurd lengths people will go to for love.

Critical Reception

Joe's So Mean to Josephine received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be forced and its plot overly convoluted. While some appreciated the quirky premise and a few standout performances, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and underdeveloped characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable and often silly plot.

  • Performances are generally seen as uneven, with some notable exceptions.

  • The humor frequently falls flat, failing to land with the intended comedic effect.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a division in opinion, with some finding the film's quirky charm appealing while others were put off by its low production value and nonsensical plot progression.

Fun Fact

Director Adam Rifkin also stars in the film as the titular character, Joe.

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