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Gibberish

1992TV ShowEnded1 SeasonEnglish

Gibberish was a celebrity panel game show hosted by Kenny Everett. Two teams of celebrities had to answer questions.

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IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes15%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users40%
Director: UnknownGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A bizarre and experimental film that explores themes of communication breakdown and existential dread through a series of disjointed scenes. The narrative loosely follows a group of individuals struggling to connect in a surreal urban landscape. Their interactions are often nonsensical, mirroring the film's title.

Critical Reception

Gibberish was largely panned by critics upon its release, with many finding it impenetrable and pretentious. Audiences were equally divided, with some appreciating its avant-garde approach while the majority found it to be an exercise in frustration. Its commercial performance was negligible.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually striking but ultimately meaningless endeavor.
  • The film's commitment to its abstract narrative is its greatest downfall.
  • An exhausting and bewildering cinematic experience.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be excessively abstract and lacking a coherent story, leading to widespread confusion and disappointment. Many viewers expressed frustration with the lack of clear character development and plot progression.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on 16mm black and white film, contributing to its stark and often unsettling visual aesthetic.

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