Really wanted to like this one. I mean, who doesn't love the cute, quirky character that Melanie Lynskey was born to play. It practically seems like a natural extension of her own personality. A few of her scenes are the only good thing about this movie, you really feel for her sincerity and situation. Other than that the film is mired in stereotypical characters, poor acting, improbable scenarios, predictable plot, and a heavy reliance on an eye roll inducing soundtrack.
One star for Lynskey, who really carries the movie, I just wished others did their part as well. Another for some of the humorous moments. And a third star for taking on the subject matter of divorce and depression. However these issues were not addressed in a meaningful way or with a sense of closure. It is neither realistic nor relatable, too much simply takes away from this movie to be good. However if you like flicks like these, it may work for you at the right place and time.
If you're interested to see more of Lynskey, or a cute movie in the same vein for a date night perhaps, I would highly recommend 'I Don't Feel at Home in this World Anymore' (2017). It is everything this movie is and a whole lot more, feeling complete and done competently by an exciting, young director. An indie treasure sure to inspire laughs and surprise, enlivened by it's crime plot, with a subtle romance, the essence of all good stories.
One star for Lynskey, who really carries the movie, I just wished others did their part as well. Another for some of the humorous moments. And a third star for taking on the subject matter of divorce and depression. However these issues were not addressed in a meaningful way or with a sense of closure. It is neither realistic nor relatable, too much simply takes away from this movie to be good. However if you like flicks like these, it may work for you at the right place and time.
If you're interested to see more of Lynskey, or a cute movie in the same vein for a date night perhaps, I would highly recommend 'I Don't Feel at Home in this World Anymore' (2017). It is everything this movie is and a whole lot more, feeling complete and done competently by an exciting, young director. An indie treasure sure to inspire laughs and surprise, enlivened by it's crime plot, with a subtle romance, the essence of all good stories.