

Movie spotlight
The Color Wheel
JR, an aspiring news-anchor, forces her younger brother Colin to embark on a road trip to move her belongings out of her professor-turned-lover’s place. Traveling through New England, they uncomfortably run into old school-mates or revisit familial history from which they have long since diverged.
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Plot Summary
A young woman named Catherine travels to New England to confront her aging father and his much younger girlfriend, who she believes is manipulating him. While her father is away, Catherine's brother, James, joins her, and together they embark on a chaotic and increasingly awkward journey to disrupt the relationship, leading to a series of uncomfortable and darkly comedic encounters.
Critical Reception
The Color Wheel garnered significant attention on the independent film circuit for its audacious and uncompromising comedic style. While polarizing, many critics lauded its unique voice, sharp dialogue, and unflinching portrayal of difficult family dynamics. It was often described as a challenging but rewarding watch for its sheer originality and dark humor.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its biting wit and uncomfortable humor.
Cited for its raw and unflinching look at family dysfunction.
Acknowledged for its distinctive and bold directorial vision.
Google audience: Audiences found 'The Color Wheel' to be a provocative and darkly funny film, appreciating its sharp dialogue and unconventional approach to comedy. Some viewers noted that its extreme awkwardness and bleak tone could be challenging, but many ultimately found it to be a memorable and uniquely entertaining experience.
Awards & Accolades
Won the Grand Jury Prize for Best Narrative Feature at the 2012 Independent Spirit Awards.
Fun Fact
Director Alex Ross Perry originally intended for the film to be a more straightforward drama, but it evolved into a dark comedy during the writing process due to his own anxieties about familial relationships.
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