Dummy
Dummy

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Dummy

2007
Movie
32 min
Russian

A strange man intervenes between ex-spouses on a matter directly related to a large sum of money one of them had secured after selling a piece of property.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Metacritic39/100
Google Users50%
Director: Michael HoffmanGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A struggling ventriloquist named Fangora 'Foxy' Butler is fired from her job and struggles to make ends meet. She finds herself drawn into a complex relationship with a coworker, and her life takes an unexpected turn as she tries to navigate her career and personal life amidst various challenges.

Critical Reception

Dummy received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some appreciated its quirky premise and performances, many found the plot to be uneven and the execution lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying its offbeat charm and others finding it underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film has a unique concept but struggles with a coherent narrative.

  • Performances from the lead actors are a highlight, but they can't fully salvage the film.

  • The movie attempts to be darkly comedic and dramatic but often falls flat.

Google audience: Audiences were largely unimpressed with 'Dummy,' with many citing a confusing plot and a lack of satisfying resolution as major drawbacks. While a few found the performances engaging, the overall sentiment points to a film that failed to connect with a broader audience.

Fun Fact

The film's title, 'Dummy,' refers to both the ventriloquist dummies used in the story and the perceived foolishness or naivete of the characters.

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