American Raspberry
American Raspberry

Movie spotlight

American Raspberry

1977
Movie
75 min
English

Some unknown source has interrupted all television transmissions around the world. In place of the regular broadcasts, a lineup of extremely tasteless programs and commercials have been substituted. Included in the mix are such show as The Shitheads, The Charles Whitman Invitational, and commercials for a number of improbable products.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Director: Robert M. YoungGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman from a rural background moves to the city and becomes entangled in the world of exploitation films. She navigates a complex web of relationships and power dynamics as she tries to find her way in a harsh and unforgiving industry. The film explores themes of ambition, manipulation, and the loss of innocence.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, "American Raspberry" received mixed to negative reviews, often being criticized for its melodramatic tone and questionable narrative choices. While some acknowledged its attempts to explore the darker side of the film industry and societal pressures, many found its execution to be heavy-handed and underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often considered too heavy-handed in its portrayal of the exploitation film industry.

  • Criticized for its underdeveloped characters and melodramatic plot.

  • Seen as a somewhat dated exploration of ambition and manipulation.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for "American Raspberry" is not readily available or widely documented.

Fun Fact

Despite its serious themes, the film was marketed with a certain degree of exploitation appeal, reflecting the nature of the industry it depicted.

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