Poolman

A whimsical comedy-drama, Poolman follows Larry, a persistent pool man in Los Angeles who dreams of becoming a detective. When a local woman enlists his help to investigate a mysterious crime impacting the city's water supply, Larry embarks on a bizarre and unexpected journey. He finds himself entangled in a conspiracy that tests his naive optimism and detective aspirations.

Poolman received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its tone inconsistent. While some appreciated its ambition and Pine's directorial debut, the majority found it to be a quirky but ultimately unfocused film that struggled to balance its various genres.

• A confusing and tonally inconsistent film that doesn't quite land its comedic or dramatic ambitions.
• Chris Pine's directorial debut is ambitious but lacks clarity and focus.
• Despite a game cast, the convoluted plot and uneven execution leave the audience wanting more.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some finding the film's quirky humor and unique premise enjoyable, while others felt it was too strange and lacked a coherent narrative, leading to a divisive reception.

Chris Pine directed, co-wrote, and starred in Poolman, marking his feature directorial debut.