Bad Chemistry
Bad Chemistry

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Bad Chemistry

2007
Movie
23 min
Norwegian

One day, the 11-year old chemical prodigy and boy wonder Frederik gets a substitute teacher with ultra-liberal educational methods on her mind.

Insights

IMDb4.6/10
Director: Gary K. GrayGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A brilliant but socially awkward chemist finds his life turned upside down when his experimental dating formula unexpectedly works, leading him into a hilariously complicated relationship. He must navigate the unpredictable world of romance while trying to keep his scientific breakthrough a secret. The film explores the chaotic intersection of love and logic.

Critical Reception

Bad Chemistry received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and weak humor. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding the film to be an uninspired entry in the romantic comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of originality and relies too heavily on tired romantic comedy tropes.

  • Humor often falls flat, failing to land effectively with the audience.

  • Performances are generally considered uninspired, further detracting from the viewing experience.

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Fun Fact

The film's low-budget independent production meant that much of the chemistry experiment scenes were created using common household ingredients and visual effects.

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