Wallflowers
Wallflowers

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Wallflowers

2014
TV Show
Returning Series
2 Seasons
English

Set in the witty, cruelly comedic dating world of contemporary NYC, Wallflowers details the ensemble exploits of a tight knit group of jaded but hopeful Gen-X stragglers coping with the ecstasy and the agony of dating life - as members of a Manhattan support group for the hopelessly single. Self-described “dating guru” Janice Ackerman, has vowed to find love for each and every one of her students. Even if it kills them.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jaime Osorio MarquezGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote Colombian town, a group of young women are captivated by the allure of drug trafficking. As they navigate the dangerous world of cartels, they become entangled in a cycle of violence, ambition, and betrayal. The film explores their desperate attempts to escape their circumstances and the brutal realities they face.

Critical Reception

Wallflowers received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances from its young cast. However, some found the narrative to be overly bleak and the pacing occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and depiction of female agency in a dangerous world.

  • Noted for strong, often unsettling performances by the lead actresses.

  • Some critics found the film's bleak outlook and narrative progression to be a detractor.

Google audience: Information not available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in various locations across Colombia, aiming to capture the authentic ruggedness of the region where such stories often unfold.

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