I'd Rather Be… Gone
I'd Rather Be… Gone

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I'd Rather Be… Gone

2001
Movie
105 min
English

Michelle needs a break. A computer programmer who's fed up by what she sees as the greed and idiocy of the Internet, Michelle requests and is granted a monthlong sabbatical from her job in this 2001 independent film by Maria Breaux.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: Dave RodriguezGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man struggling with a troubled past finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of crime and corruption. He attempts to escape his former life and seek redemption, but the shadows of his past are long and unforgiving. His journey is fraught with peril as he navigates treacherous relationships and moral dilemmas.

Critical Reception

I'd Rather Be... Gone received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who largely found the film to be derivative and underdeveloped. While some performances were noted, the screenplay and pacing were frequently criticized. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it unremarkable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Pacing issues and a predictable plot detract from potential.

  • Performances are a mixed bag, with some standouts overshadowed by weak writing.

  • Lacks originality and fails to deliver a compelling narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available comments suggest a film that struggled to make a significant impact, often described as forgettable or poorly executed.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was reportedly 'The Road Back', but it was changed prior to release.

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