Lonely People
Lonely People

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Lonely People

2021
Movie
4 min
English

The short film tells the story of a frustrated priest when faced with an apparently impartial friend, who was wearing a "social mask"

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Zoe Lister-JonesGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In a surreal New York City, a young woman finds herself grappling with loneliness and the meaning of connection in the modern age. Through a series of whimsical and sometimes melancholic encounters, she navigates the complexities of relationships, self-discovery, and the search for genuine intimacy.

Critical Reception

Lonely People received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique visual style and performances, particularly from its lead actress. However, some found the narrative to be somewhat underdeveloped and the pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its artistic direction and compelling lead performance.

  • Noted for its unique, dreamlike atmosphere.

  • Criticized by some for a lack of narrative clarity and inconsistent pacing.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's creative visuals and emotional exploration of loneliness. Some viewers felt the story could have been more straightforward, while others connected deeply with its introspective themes.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive visual style was heavily influenced by surrealist art and experimental filmmaking techniques, with director Zoe Lister-Jones aiming to create a visual representation of the protagonist's inner emotional landscape.

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