#DrunksLikeUs
#DrunksLikeUs

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#DrunksLikeUs

2014
Movie
75 min
English

When Mark's Facebook friend goes missing, he and his two friends go on a rescue mission to find her.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Ryan P. SmithGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows a group of friends navigating their late twenties and the complexities of relationships, careers, and self-discovery, often under the influence of alcohol. As they confront personal challenges and comical mishaps, they grapple with the reality of their decisions and the true meaning of friendship. It's a raw and often humorous look at the struggles and triumphs of young adulthood.

Critical Reception

Critically, #DrunksLikeUs received a mixed to negative reception. While some appreciated its attempt at realism and raw portrayal of young adult struggles, many critics found the plot underdeveloped and the humor to be inconsistent or offensive. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some connecting with the relatable themes and others finding it overly nihilistic or poorly executed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic portrayal of messy young adulthood.

  • Criticized for its often juvenile humor and underdeveloped narrative.

  • Found to be a bit too nihilistic for some viewers.

Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to ascertain a specific summary of audience likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was largely self-funded and filmed over a period of several years, with much of the dialogue and situations improvised by the cast.

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