Kiss My Ashes
Kiss My Ashes

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Kiss My Ashes

2018
Movie
80 min
English

A vampire, a nihilist, and a murderous dwarf with super powers, come together, aided by the powers of a young woman's magical penis, to fulfill an ancient prophecy and battle an ancient demon.

Insights

IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Kirsten KellyGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the complex and often disturbing world of the Duggar family, known for their reality television show "19 Kids and Counting." It delves into allegations of child abuse against Josh Duggar and the subsequent cover-up by the family and their associates. The film examines the dynamics within the family and the broader implications of their public image versus private realities.

Critical Reception

Kiss My Ashes received mixed to negative reviews, with critics often divided on its journalistic approach and sensationalism. While some praised its attempt to shed light on serious allegations, others found it to be poorly researched and exploitative. Audience reception was similarly polarized, with many expressing sympathy for the alleged victims while others criticized the film's methods.

What Reviewers Say

  • Criticized for its sensationalized approach and questionable investigative methods.

  • Some viewers found it to be an important, albeit difficult, look at alleged abuse and its cover-up.

  • Lacks depth and relies too heavily on speculation and conjecture.

Google audience: Google users expressed a range of opinions. Many felt the documentary was eye-opening and shed necessary light on serious allegations that were previously downplayed. However, a significant portion of viewers criticized the film for lacking concrete evidence and for its perceived agenda-driven narrative, with some feeling it was an unfair portrayal of the individuals involved.

Fun Fact

The documentary's release coincided with renewed public attention on the Duggar family following new allegations and legal proceedings.

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