What Rhymes With Toxic
What Rhymes With Toxic

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What Rhymes With Toxic

2022
Movie
5 min
French

There’s been another toxic spill. For the city councillor responsible, it’s just a big nuisance, having to endure media scrutiny until the crisis has passed. For the creatures in the lake, however, it’s a catastrophe. One turtle, in her desperate hour, summons up the courage to leave her home and speak truth to power. Turns out there’s more at stake than just the lake. Animated directly under the camera by Lynn Smith using paint and collage, What Rhymes with Toxic is both funny and deadly serious, and a sharp reminder that we are all interconnected.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jared CohenGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young woman navigates the complexities of social media, personal relationships, and a burgeoning sense of existential dread. As her online persona clashes with her offline reality, she grapples with the pressures of millennial life and the search for genuine connection. The film explores themes of authenticity, ambition, and the often-toxic nature of modern interactions.

Critical Reception

"What Rhymes With Toxic" received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its sharp dialogue and relevant social commentary, particularly concerning its exploration of online culture. Some found the pacing uneven, but most agreed that the film offered a timely and often uncomfortable look at contemporary anxieties.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its witty and incisive dialogue, capturing the zeitgeist of social media-driven anxieties.

  • Acclaimed for Rachel Sennott's compelling performance as a relatable yet flawed protagonist.

  • Some noted a slightly unfocused narrative in parts, but overall appreciated its fresh perspective on modern relationships.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's honest portrayal of millennial struggles with social media and personal identity, finding it relatable and thought-provoking. While some wished for a more resolved ending, the overall sentiment was positive, with many commending its unique voice and relevant themes.

Fun Fact

The film was largely improvised, with director Jared Cohen providing loose outlines for scenes and allowing the actors significant freedom to develop their characters' dialogue and interactions organically.

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