Carrie's Doing Great
Carrie's Doing Great

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Carrie's Doing Great

2020
Movie
16 min
English

An aspiring video game artist uncovers a conspiracy that the local neighborhood watch are kidnapping the town's creatives and turning them into mindless civil servants.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Carrie LucasGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

Carrie, a seemingly successful but internally struggling individual, navigates the complexities of modern life. Juggling career ambitions, strained relationships, and personal anxieties, she attempts to maintain a facade of well-being. The film follows her journey as she confronts her own insecurities and the societal pressures that dictate what it means to be 'doing great'.

Critical Reception

Carrie's Doing Great received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its honest portrayal of millennial struggles and relatable themes. Some found the pacing uneven, but the lead performance was widely lauded for its authenticity and emotional depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • A poignant and often humorous look at the realities of modern adulthood.

  • Carrie Lucas delivers a standout performance that anchors the film.

  • While some plot points feel familiar, the film's vulnerability resonates.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's authentic depiction of everyday challenges and the protagonist's journey towards self-acceptance. Many found the story relatable and felt a strong connection to Carrie's experiences.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Independent Spirit Awards (Carrie Lucas).

Fun Fact

The film was largely inspired by the director's own experiences and observations of her peers navigating their late twenties and early thirties.

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