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Goodbye, Petrushka

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A starry-eyed, awkward young woman with a big heart meets a down-on-his-luck figure skater in Paris, and the two change each other's lives in unexpected ways.
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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Aug 24, 2024
3.0/4.0
This isn't the kind of tour-de-force that's going to blow you away. It's simply effective storytelling brought to life nicely by a talented ensemble and an up-and-coming cinematic voice in Nicola Rose. Go to Full Review
Anne Brodie What She Said Oct 27, 2023
3/4
Nicola Rose’ entertaining and earnest romcom Goodbye, Petrushka features gorgeous animated sequences lifting a visually arresting story as does lead Lizzie Kehoe’s delicate and moving performance. Go to Full Review
Tim Brennan About Boulder Oct 16, 2023
Rose has made a charming and fun film that balances real heart with a clear vision of her characters. Go to Full Review
Jim Laczkowski Director's Club Oct 7, 2023
3.5/5
Delightful and refreshingly quirky in all the right ways, carried by a luminous lead performance. I have no doubt that fans of the rom-com genre will feel the same way. Go to Full Review
Kristy Strouse Cinematic Lovelies Oct 7, 2023
Goodbye, Petrushka is a compelling feature that plays to its strengths to create a lovingly made inspiring tale. Go to Full Review
Joel Fisher Battle Royale With Cheese Sep 17, 2023
The message at the end is a good one and something that romantic comedies may not often cover. The trouble is that in order to get there, the audience has to endure many cringeworthy moments which may leave them not caring so much about what happens. Go to Full Review
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Dan H @RT11345891 Oct 28, 2024 "Goodbye, Petrushka" is a quirky, heartfelt drama that blends humor with a unique visual style. The film follows a young woman’s journey to Paris, where her encounters with a figure skater bring both laughter and life lessons. Casey Landman shines as Julia, delivering hilarious moments in every scene. Director Nicola Rose creates a colorful, surreal atmosphere that blurs the line between reality and fantasy, adding depth to the story's emotional core. With a memorable cast, creative cinematography, and clever animated sequences, the film captures the challenges of love, self-discovery, and the bittersweet nature of personal growth. Charming, funny, and thought-provoking, Goodbye, Petrushka is a refreshing, indie gem that deserves a watch. See more
Micah C @RT21887305 Sep 26, 2024 If you're on the lookout for a delightful indie film that breaks the mold of typical romantic comedies, Goodbye, Petrushka is the perfect pick! This refreshing movie follows Claire, a sweet and somewhat naïve character, as she navigates the ups and downs of life and love. With its witty humor and relatable moments, the film captures the essence of pursuing one's dreams while embracing the messiness of adulthood. The chemistry between Claire and her supporting cast, especially Julia, is spot on, making their journey feel genuine and heartfelt. Director Nicola Rose delivers a beautifully crafted story, complete with a fantastic soundtrack and a unique blend of cultures. With laughter, poignant moments, and an unexpected depth, this film reminds us of the joys of taking chances and finding ourselves. Don't miss out on this charming gem; it's sure to leave you smiling! See more
Bijan D @Bijanartist Nov 19, 2023 Great film... The Director Nicola Rose makes brave choices that work. The quirky acting by Lizzie Kehoe is highly engaging. Also, fine performances by Vieljeux, Zhao, Landman and Haddad . See more
Rick I @RT72302199 Jan 25, 2023 Wholesome AF Puppet shows, paris, and puppy love, what more can you ask for? This film follows the story of a young woman who moves to Paris on a whim to follow her puppetry dream and has lots to learn about love and her place in the world. Let's talk about the lead: she has a huge smile that makes you want to hug her desperately, but also some of the best deadpan lines I've seen in a while. She had me laughing out loud. Also, this is gonna sound crazy, but the filmmakers found a leading man who is also a super talented figure skater and his work is on full display here. Best friend also had some great one liners. The lighting is great. The drone photography is top notch. The score is reminiscent of a music box and plays out almost entirely by solo piano. It's splendid. The writing is hilarious and at times introspective. The script also knows when to hold back and leaves you with an ending that may not be what you want, but it's exactly what you need. See more
cynthia g @RT40892363 Jan 16, 2023 This is an incredibly touching and funny film! You are routing for Claire as she is embracing on her life in Paris. Though the challenges of her struggles with her nanny job (Omg is all I can say!!), her feelings for Thibault, her difficult relationship with Rafal, this movie hits all the feels of young adulthood. The actors were phenomenal! I could really feel the emotions don't Lizzie Kehoe and Casey Landman was out of this world! Had me laughing in every scene!! The ending was not your typical romance ending, which was a welcome change, however it did bring all the feels. Great film and can't wait to see what's next for Nicola Rose. See more
Alexandra C @RT67742695 Nov 13, 2022 'Goodbye, Petrushka' is filled with heart and creativity! Exploring the strange and confusing stage bridging college and adult life, it does a charming job reminding us to be BOLD and tune into our inner voice. What should you be doing? Where should you be living? And who you should be dating?! The film explores these universal questions worth wrestling with. Well acted, well directed, and not afraid to be playful with subjects we often only see serious takes on, it's an absolutely enjoyable watch! Cheers to the lost and lonely, looking to stay earnest and true and noticing the strange magic we can find when we embrace the journey, not the result. See more
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Movie Info

Synopsis A starry-eyed, awkward young woman with a big heart meets a down-on-his-luck figure skater in Paris, and the two change each other's lives in unexpected ways.
Director
Nicola Rose
Producer
Tierney Boorboor, Nicola Rose
Screenwriter
Nicola Rose
Distributor
Indie Rights
Production Co
Cufflink Productions, Baum18 Media, Parsley Productions
Genre
Romance, Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 15, 2022, Limited
Runtime
1h 40m
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