Beeswax

2009, Comedy/Drama, 1h 40m

47 Reviews 1,000+ Ratings

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Andrew Bujalski's third effort will test the patience of some filmgoers, but it represents a warm, funny, and honest introduction to the mumblecore movement. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Jeannie and her estranged business partner Amanda have a falling out leading to Amanda getting back with an ex and Jeannie bonding more with her non-paralyzed twin Lauren.
  • Genre:
    Comedy, Drama
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Andrew Bujalski
  • Producer:
    Dia Sokol Savage, Ethan Vogt
  • Writer:
    Andrew Bujalski
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     limited
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  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $46.5K
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Cinema Guild

Cast & Crew

Tilly Hatcher
Jeannie
Maggie Hatcher
Lauren
Alex Karpovsky
Merrill
Anne Dodge
Amanda
Katy O'Connor
Corinne
David Zellner
Scott
Kyle Henry
Michael
Betty Blackwell
Lila
Nathan Zellner
Lee
Atietie Tonwe
Emeka
Nina Sokol
Naomi
Andrew Bujalski
Director
Andrew Bujalski
Screenwriter
Houston King
Executive Producer
Dia Sokol Savage
Producer
Gary Stewart
Executive Producer
Ethan Vogt
Producer
Mathias Grunsky
Cinematographer
Andrew Bujalski
Film Editing
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Critic Reviews for Beeswax

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Audience Reviews for Beeswax

  • Apr 29, 2012
    Wow this was hard viewing. Rarely have I sat through such a dull film, and this had potential, that's the worst bit. I am not someone who enjoys blockbusters and explosions, so no one can claim I don't get "slice of life" films, generally speaking, I do. But this is so tediously dull and nothing happens. There is no point at all to this story. The cast do well with what they have, and I liked the setting at the vintage clothing shop. If they had have given this an actual plot, I think I would have really liked this film. As it is, I feel like I just sat through a really boring day at work listening to other people talk crap. I would really like my 2 hours back.
    Nicki M Super Reviewer
  • Apr 07, 2011
    God this was boring. This is labelled as a comedy is it? Could have fooled me. I heard it was used as a placedo for sleeping pills.
    John B Super Reviewer
  • Nov 20, 2010
    Will the monotony ever cease?! Unrelentingly dull and painfully realistic: Beeswax is only for those who enjoy unenjoyable movies. 42/100
    Simeon D Super Reviewer
  • Sep 02, 2010
    Really didnt see a point to it all.At times it was BORING & painfully hard to watch
    Brody M Super Reviewer
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