Play God
Play God

Movie spotlight

Play God

2011
Movie
39 min
Finnish

Play God is a humorous documentary that neither apologizes nor whines but simply recounts, with brutal honesty, the story of a failed splatter film project.

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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Tom GreenGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A man grappling with a mid-life crisis and a failing career decides to seek therapy. During his sessions, he begins to question everything about his life and relationships. His therapist encourages him to explore his innermost desires and confront his fears.

Critical Reception

Play God received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many pointing to a disjointed narrative and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated the attempt at a more serious role for Tom Green, the overall execution fell short of expectations. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with its tonal shifts between comedy and drama.

  • Tom Green's performance in a more dramatic role was met with mixed reactions.

  • The plot is often meandering and lacks a clear direction.

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Fun Fact

Tom Green, known for his outrageous comedy, took on a more serious and introspective role in 'Play God', marking a departure from his previous work.

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