The Death of Dick Long
The Death of Dick Long

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The Death of Dick Long

2019
Movie
100 min
English

Dick died last night, and Zeke and Earl don’t want anybody finding out how. That’s too bad though, cause news travels fast in small-town Alabama.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users73%
Director: Daniel ScheinertGenres: Comedy, Drama, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a small town, three friends discover that one of them, Dick Long, has died in a bizarre accident. In a misguided attempt to keep his memory alive and perhaps cover up the strange circumstances, they decide to dismember Dick's body and hide it, leading to increasingly absurd and dangerous situations as they try to maintain their secret.

Critical Reception

The Death of Dick Long garnered divisive but generally positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique blend of dark humor, absurdism, and surprisingly emotional depth. While some found its premise and execution too bizarre, many lauded its originality, sharp writing, and strong performances, particularly from the central cast.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its audacious and original premise.

  • Applauded for its effective balance of dark comedy and genuine pathos.

  • Noted for strong performances, especially from the lead actors.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a darkly funny and unexpectedly moving experience, appreciating its quirky narrative and the chemistry between the main actors. Some viewers were taken aback by the extreme nature of the plot, but many ultimately found it to be a unique and memorable film.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by A24, known for its distinctive and often auteur-driven independent films.

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