Saturdays Disorders
Saturdays Disorders

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Saturdays Disorders

2022
Movie
97 min
Spanish

The ultimate nonsense of life itself plays with the feelings of the owner and employees of a tennis complex, in an anarchic melodrama out of all norms, including spelling.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic64/100
Google Users70%
Director: John Michael McDonaghGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A dark comedy centered on a disillusioned London antiquarian bookseller who embarks on a series of escalating petty crimes. His life takes a turn when he encounters a mysterious woman and gets entangled in a world of eccentric characters and unexpected consequences.

Critical Reception

Saturdays Disorders received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its quirky humor and strong performances, particularly from its lead actors. Some reviewers found the plot meandering and the tone inconsistent, but overall it was seen as an enjoyable, if somewhat niche, independent film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark wit and unique character studies.

  • Applauded for the compelling performances of its ensemble cast.

  • Some critics found the pacing uneven and the narrative lacking a strong direction.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's offbeat humor and the chemistry between the main actors. Some viewers felt the story could have been more tightly constructed, but many enjoyed the quirky premise and the film's distinct visual style.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Screenplay at the British Independent Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various charming but often overlooked parts of London, adding to its authentic and slightly melancholic atmosphere.

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