High & Dry
High & Dry

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High & Dry

2018
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
English

An air steward crash lands into a tropical paradise and puts himself in charge of the palm-fringed island. But remaining survivors won't be grateful for their lives for too long as they will soon learn they are stranded with the world's worst human being, Brett Sullivan, and not even the blue tropical waters are enough to make him bearable.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Michael BrücknerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A successful, but unhappy, businessman attempts to escape his life by faking his own death. He finds himself stranded on a remote island with a castaway who challenges his entire worldview. This unexpected encounter forces him to confront his past and re-evaluate what truly matters in life.

Critical Reception

High & Dry received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its unique premise and the performances of its lead actors, others found the pacing to be slow and the narrative lacking in development. The film garnered some attention on the festival circuit for its indie spirit and philosophical undertones.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its contemplative themes and intriguing premise.

  • Criticized for a slow narrative pace and underdeveloped characters.

  • The chemistry between the two leads was a highlight for some reviewers.

Google audience: Audience reception for High & Dry is largely absent from public review aggregators. Without widespread public commentary, it's difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at various film festivals, including the Rome Independent Film Festival.

Fun Fact

Director Michael Brückner also stars as the lead character and wrote the screenplay for High & Dry.

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