Cockroaches
Tom and Suze, two nineteen-year-olds both dreaming of the future, have sex when nuclear war strikes. Unfortunately, they then survive. Awkward. Cockroaches is a post-apocalyptic comedy about one family trying to survive in a wasteland of cannibals, perverts and one insufferable-ex. Our heroes struggle with boredom, fear and the ethics of cooking with their own body fluids.
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Plot Summary
Fabian is a young, talented but insecure actor struggling to make it in the German film industry. He finds himself caught between his ambition, his difficult relationship with his overbearing mother, and a growing attraction to a mysterious woman. The film explores his journey through auditions, personal crises, and the search for identity.
Critical Reception
Cockroaches received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its exploration of youthful angst and the performances, particularly from Jannik Schümann. However, some found the narrative somewhat unfocused or overly melodramatic at times.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young actor's struggles.
- Jannik Schümann's performance was widely commended.
- Some found the plot lacking a strong narrative drive.
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Fun Fact
The film premiered at the Zurich Film Festival in 2015.
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