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Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party

2001Movie49 min

ComedyTV Movie
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.4

A tense, bleak comedy movie about everyday modern life and family, with standout performances and characters.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood

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Story

A prequel to Marion and Geoff, which captures on camcorder the fateful events at a garden party when mini-cab driver Keith's life fell apart. Friends and family have gathered for a barbecue to celebrate the career of Keith's wife Marion, who is at the party with her boss, Mr Sushimoto, and her colleague, Geoff. However, Keith's father-in-law uncovers the true extent of Marion's naked ambition, with humiliating results for Keith.

Feels like

  • Cringe Comedy Drama
  • Working-Class Realism
  • Psychological Breakdown
  • Satirical Social Commentary
  • Intense Family Conflict
  • Dark Humor
  • Character Study
  • Uncomfortable Viewing Experience
  • Gritty British Drama
  • Existential Despair

Cast

9 of 9

Crew

Directed by
Hugo Blick
Written by
Rob Brydon, Hugo Blick
Produced by
Steve Coogan, Henry Normal

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Facts

September 3, 2001 · 49 min · Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery

Released
September 3, 2001
Runtime
49 min
Content
Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Comedy, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
3 countries

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Questions about Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party

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Where can I stream Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party?

Kanopy

In the United States, Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party is free with ads on Kanopy.

Is Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.4).

Will Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly cringe comedy (9 of 10) and dark humor (7 of 10).

Is Marion & Geoff: A Small Summer Party plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and dialogue centrality (9 of 10) more than on its plot.