Burying Brian
Burying Brian is a New Zealand television series produced by Eyeworks Touchdown which premiered on Television New Zealand's TV ONE on 2 July 2008, and ran for 6 episodes. The series is about Jodie and her three female friends. At the beginning of the first episode, Jodie's husband Brian dies during a domestic dispute. Jodie believes that she may go to jail for his murder, but her friends convince her not to report the death, but instead to bury the body and make it appear that he has run off with another woman. Although the series was a ratings success, no further episodes were made after the first season.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck man desperately tries to find a way out of his troubled life by attempting to get himself killed. He believes that dying will bring his estranged family together for his funeral, providing him with the closure he craves. However, his attempts at self-destruction are comically inept, leading to a series of absurd and dangerous situations.
Critical Reception
Burying Brian received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its dark humor and unconventional premise. While some found the execution uneven, many appreciated its attempt at a unique story and its blend of comedy and pathos.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its darkly comedic approach to sensitive themes.
- Noted for its quirky and original storyline.
- Some found the pacing and tonal shifts inconsistent.
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Fun Fact
The film was an independent production and had a limited release, contributing to its lower profile and scarcity of detailed critical and audience data.
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