Long Time No Sex
Long Time No Sex

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Long Time No Sex

2024
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Korean

Woo Jin and Samuel, a sexless married couple, are utterly fed up with their lives. To improve their circumstances, they choose to earn money by blackmailing unfaithful couples. As they track down these couples, they find financial stability and rediscover their own connection. They start working on their own issues, but the more they delve into it, the hidden truth resurfaces, complicating their journey. What is the truth that they have been avoiding?

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Blake RidderGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

Two ex-lovers, Chloe and Leo, find themselves mysteriously locked in a room together after a one-night stand, with no memory of how they got there. As they try to escape, they are forced to confront their past relationship, their unresolved feelings, and the awkwardness of their current situation, all while being observed by a disembodied voice.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its unique premise and the chemistry between the leads. Some found the humor to be hit or miss, and a few noted that the plot became somewhat repetitive in the middle act. Audiences generally enjoyed the refreshing take on romantic comedy tropes and the effective use of its limited setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and unconventional romantic comedy with strong lead performances.

  • The film's humor lands more often than it misses, offering a fresh perspective on rekindled romance.

  • While the premise is intriguing, the narrative occasionally struggles to maintain momentum.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's originality, witty dialogue, and the compelling dynamic between the main characters. Many found the movie to be a refreshing and enjoyable watch, though some wished for a bit more plot development.

Fun Fact

Director and star Blake Ridder also wrote the screenplay for 'Long Time No Sex', drawing inspiration from personal experiences with awkward post-breakup encounters.

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