Not Good Enough
Not Good Enough

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Not Good Enough

2017
Movie
108 min
English

A Young woman's Deception became her Destiny; Scarlet Adams is a working class young lady who barely has time for her love life. However when her mother called to announce her Impending Visit to Nigeria, Scarlet knew she needed a Fiancée as Soon as Possible.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Michael Angelo CovinoGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A mockumentary-style film that follows a group of aspiring filmmakers as they attempt to create a documentary about the struggles of making a documentary. The film humorously explores the creative process, the interpersonal dynamics of a film crew, and the often-unseen challenges of independent filmmaking.

Critical Reception

While "Not Good Enough" didn't achieve widespread commercial success, it garnered attention on the independent film circuit for its unique mockumentary approach and its witty, self-aware humor. Critics often praised its clever meta-commentary on filmmaking and its relatable portrayal of creative ambition and frustration.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its clever meta-narrative and insightful humor about the filmmaking process.

  • Found to be a relatable and amusing look at the struggles of creative endeavors.

  • Praised for its unique mockumentary style and its candid exploration of artistic ambition.

Google audience: Audience reception is not widely documented, but the film is noted for its niche appeal within independent cinema circles, appreciated by those who enjoy meta-commentary and self-referential humor.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in a cinéma vérité style, with much of the dialogue improvised by the cast, who were also the actual filmmakers behind the project.

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