Bad Behaviour
At the Silver Creek boarding school for girls in the Australian outback, students are largely left to their own devices in their spare time. This series tells the gripping and unsparing story of how the desire to belong sets in motion a cruel dynamic.
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Plot Summary
A burnt-out wellness guru, Jo, attends a retreat run by a charismatic, but manipulative, spiritual leader. As Jo delves deeper into the teachings, she begins to unravel her past traumas and confront the manipulative nature of the retreat. The film explores themes of trauma, self-discovery, and the often-unsettling world of wellness culture.
Critical Reception
Bad Behaviour received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised Jennifer Coolidge's performance and the film's exploration of complex themes, though some found the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- Jennifer Coolidge delivers a standout performance as a troubled wellness guru.
- The film offers a sharp, if sometimes uneven, satire on self-help culture and trauma.
- Visually striking, but narrative coherence occasionally falters.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's dark humor and Jennifer Coolidge's compelling performance. Some viewers found the plot to be a bit predictable or the tone to be overly bleak at times.
Fun Fact
The film marks Jennifer Coolidge's return to a leading role in a feature film, following her widely acclaimed performance in 'The White Lotus'.
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