Kitchen Sink
Kitchen Sink

Kitchen Sink

1989Movie14 minEnglish

From the bowels of the kitchen sink, comes a dark and tender love… An original and full-blooded short film that combines humour with surrealism and leads the viewer towards the fantasy of horror.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Rosemary HamerGenres: Short Film, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A woman buys a new kitchen sink, only to discover it has a mind of its own. The sink develops a personality and begins to cause chaos in her life, leading to a series of increasingly absurd and humorous situations. She grapples with the sentient appliance and the unexpected consequences it brings.

Critical Reception

As a short film, 'Kitchen Sink' is primarily known within the context of its creators' broader comedic careers. It is often cited as an early example of the surreal and character-driven humor that would later define the work of Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders. While not widely reviewed in traditional critical outlets, it holds a cult status among fans of British comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky premise and comedic performances.
  • Appreciated as an early showcase for the talents of French and Saunders.
  • Noted for its surreal and eccentric British humor.

Google audience: Audience reception for this short film is difficult to gauge through typical channels, but it is remembered fondly by fans of the lead actresses for its offbeat humor and creative concept.

Fun Fact

This short film was an early collaboration between Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders, who would later achieve massive fame with the sketch show 'French and Saunders' and the sitcom 'Absolutely Fabulous'.

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