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Sketchy Behaviour
Sketchy Behaviour is an absurd sketch comedy show filmed live in front of a largely captive audience in Mumbai. Described as hilarious, complex, stupid, irritating (and 'sardonic' by one lady in Goa) the show veers in and out of the familiar and the bizarre with equal comfort. A knee-slapping head-scratching torrent of jokes, characters and self-aware comedy that successfully spent the entire budget that was available to spend on the show. Featuring six very silly live sketches, stitched together by a much sillier story about the nature of art itself and bookended by extremely silly and unnecessary opening and closing, Sketchy Behaviour is truly a work of something.
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Plot Summary
In this Icelandic dark comedy, a struggling actor desperate for a role takes on a series of increasingly bizarre and morally questionable jobs. As he navigates the absurdities of the entertainment industry and his own personal life, he finds himself entangled in situations that blur the lines between reality and performance. The film explores themes of identity, ambition, and the compromises one makes in pursuit of success.
Critical Reception
Sketchy Behaviour received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its unique comedic tone and strong performances, particularly from its lead actor. Some reviewers found the narrative occasionally uneven, but generally appreciated its originality and exploration of darker comedic themes within an Icelandic context.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its quirky humor and distinctive Icelandic sensibility.
Commended for a compelling central performance that anchors the film's eccentricities.
Noted for an intriguing premise that sometimes struggles with narrative cohesion.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available or aggregated for this film.
Fun Fact
The film was shot entirely in Iceland, utilizing its unique landscapes to enhance the story's atmosphere.
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