6/10
Not as nihilistic as its title may suggest.
10 October 2020
This quirky black comedy constantly toes the line between bleak satire and thematic sincerity. Though 'I Don't Feel At Home In This World Anymore. (2017)' does eventually progress into a bloody, blunt and almost nihilistic finale that feels inspired by something like 'No Country For Old Men (2007)', the majority of the picture is quiet, grounded and rather unpredictable. It doesn't neatly fit into one genre but it wears its inspirations on its sleeve, shifting between tones and tropes as required. It does successfully subvert a good chunk of the stuff it touches on, most notably its 'revenge' elements. Most of it feels grounded in a refreshing sort of way, while its focal disillusionment isn't as oppressive as you may expect. Ultimately, the movie isn't as downbeat as its title would lead you to believe. It's typically enjoyable, with a strong central dynamic that doesn't overplay its hand, and it's well-made overall. 6/10
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