Misimpressions
Misimpressions

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Misimpressions

2017
Movie
10 min
English

When an OCD still-life painter and his violinist roommate receive an eviction letter from their landlord, they are forced to find a third roommate.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Jemima KirkeGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman, struggling with her identity and relationships, finds herself drawn into a world of art and bohemian society. As she navigates complex social dynamics and her own desires, she grapples with the blurred lines between perception and reality. The film explores themes of self-discovery, artistic expression, and the challenges of authentic connection in a superficial world.

Critical Reception

Misimpressions received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its artistic aspirations unfocused and its narrative lacking a strong throughline. While some praised its visual style and Jemima Kirke's performance, the majority felt the film failed to deliver a compelling story or meaningful character development. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its experimental nature and others finding it pretentious and slow.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its aesthetic ambition and experimental approach to storytelling.

  • Criticized for its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Seen by some as a visually interesting but ultimately unsatisfying artistic statement.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Misimpressions' is largely unavailable, but limited commentary suggests viewers were divided between those who appreciated its avant-garde style and those who found it confusing and lacking in emotional resonance.

Fun Fact

Director Jemima Kirke, also known for her role in the HBO series 'Girls,' self-financed and directed 'Misimpressions' as an independent project, allowing for greater artistic freedom.

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