I Feel Guilty
I Feel Guilty

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I Feel Guilty

2011
Movie
11 min
Spanish

How far can you allow your life to intertwine with others, leaving yourself open to spontaneous gestures, opportunities and chance? Three different characters, languages, experiences and sexualities. And three desires, all intense. But just one feeling is possible: guilt. A short essay on human incapacity to go beyond accepted rules and break out from convention.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes22%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users45%
Director: Adam ShankmanGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this romantic comedy, a successful divorce attorney finds herself questioning her own life choices and marriage when she meets a charismatic blues musician. As she navigates the complexities of her career and personal relationships, she must confront her own insecurities and desires. The film explores themes of love, commitment, and the pursuit of happiness.

Critical Reception

I Feel Guilty received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the performances uneven. Some praised the chemistry between the leads, but it was largely overshadowed by criticism of the screenplay's lack of originality and emotional depth. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the romantic comedy genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • While the cast is capable, they are unable to elevate the material.

  • Lacks the charm and wit expected from a romantic comedy.

Google audience: Audiences found the movie to be a predictable and uninspired romantic comedy, with many expressing disappointment in the lack of genuine emotional connection or memorable moments.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a darker drama before being rewritten as a romantic comedy.

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