Goomer
Goomer

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Goomer

1999
Movie
80 min
English

Goomer is an intergalactic space trucker who lands in an unknown planet and finds it impossible to leave. After a long intergalactic trip his robot assistant wakes Goomer - they are approaching a planet that shows signs of life. Goomer sees the possibility of making business and rapidly getting rich since nobody there knows his reputation. Goomer hopes to become a celebrity as the first human to landed on this planet. But nobody really cares for him - at first.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Vincent GalloGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man named Goomer, who leads a life of aimless wandering and drug use, finds himself in a surreal and darkly comedic journey after a series of bizarre encounters. He drifts through odd jobs and strange relationships, all while grappling with his own existential malaise. The film follows his fragmented experiences as he navigates a peculiar and often absurd world.

Critical Reception

Goomer was a highly polarizing film upon its release. While some critics lauded its experimental nature, unique visual style, and Gallo's uncompromising vision, others found it to be self-indulgent, nonsensical, and difficult to follow. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with its unconventional narrative and bleak humor appealing to a niche audience but alienating many mainstream viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unconventional artistic vision and experimental filmmaking.

  • Criticized for its rambling narrative and perceived self-indulgence.

  • Seen as a challenging watch that aims for arthouse appeal but often falls short.

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Fun Fact

Vincent Gallo wrote, directed, produced, and starred in Goomer, performing nearly all key creative roles himself.

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