Emanuel and the Truth about Fishes (2013)
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40% of critics liked it
(5 reviews) -
97% want to see it
(77 ratings)
A troubled girl Emanuel (Kaya Scodelario) becomes preoccupied with her mysterious new neighbor (Jessica Biel), who bears a striking resemblance to her dead mother. In offering to baby-sit Linda's newborn, Emanuel unwittingly enters a fragile, fictional world, of which she becomes the gatekeeper.
- Directed By
- Francesca Gregorini
- Written By
- Francesca Gregorini
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
Unrated,
- Studio
- MRB Productions
Critic Reviews
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Dennis Harvey, Variety
Offbeat, but also frequently off-key and somewhat off-putting.
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Justin Lowe, Hollywood Reporter
Although Gregorini is very clear on where her lead characters are coming from, it's where they're headed that remains entirely vague, an oversight that leaves them unfortunately adrift.
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Jennifer Tate, ViewLondon
This dark and occasionally suspenseful drama is an enjoyable watch thanks to some strong performances and Francesca Gregorini's sharp script ...
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Shaun Munro, What Culture
The irony is that in playing its silly premise dead straight, the film becomes a goldmine of unintentional hilarity.
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Kenji Lloyd, HeyUGuys
There is a real beauty and heartbreak to Emanuel and the Truth About Fishes that simultaneously haunts and warms every frame.
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Cast
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Kaya Scodelario
as Emanuel
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Jessica Biel
as Linda
- Alfred Molina
- Frances O'Connor
- Aneurin Barnard
- Jimmi Simpson
