I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore (2017)

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When a depressed woman is burglarized, she finds a new sense of purpose by tracking down the thieves alongside her obnoxious neighbor. But they soon find themselves dangerously out of their depth against a pack of degenerate criminals.

Title and Release
"I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore" is a criminal offense comedy-drama movie that was launched in 2017. The movie, directed by Macon Blair in his directorial debut, stars Elijah Wood and Melanie Lynskey. It is an unique depiction of characters who feel beaten down by society, castaways who discover themselves involved in harmful situations.

Plot Overview
The film centers on Ruth Kimke (Melanie Lynskey), a nursing assistant in Portland, Oregon, who is disappointed with the indifference, ruthlessness, and uncaring nature of people around her. Her frustration escalates when her home is burgled and the cops appear to show very little interest in fixing the case. In a brave and rather negligent choice to obtain her stolen possessions, she coordinate with her strange and obnoxious neighbor Tony (Elijah Wood), a martial arts enthusiast.

Road to Justice
Collaborating, in spite of their differences, Ruth and Tony handle to track down some of the burglars. Their discoveries lead them into a dark world of criminal activity and upcoming threat. After unforeseen turns of events involving a wealthy old guy, a pack of wrongdoers, and a face-off in the woods, they discover themselves attempting not just to obtain stolen products but likewise to look for justice in their own terms.

Characters and Performances
Melanie Lynskey shines and effectively carries the movie, recording the essence of her character's frustration and the decision to challenge the wrongs done to her. Elijah Wood, on the other hand, offers comic relief in his role as Tony, efficiently portraying a character whose eccentricity contrasts with Ruth's despair, producing a dazzling dynamic duo. Numerous other characters they come across throughout their experience improve the film's oddball beauty.

Reception and Awards
The film was received favorably by critics who admired the film's humor, action, and Lynskey and Wood's efficiencies. It significantly won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. It was applauded for its amusing yet insightful expedition of the feelings of disillusionment and isolation in modern society.

Thematic Content
"I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore" is not simply a daring crime-comedy. It remarkably captures the main character's discontent with society, dealing with themes of loneliness, disappointment, and the sense of not belonging. It provides a poignant commentary on the state of the world through its characters' experiences-- an expedition of what happens when someone chooses not to neglect the smaller sized oppressions pestering every day life.

In conclusion, "I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore" is a darkly comic yet meaningful journey of a not likely crime-fighting duo into the underworld, driven by a strong desire for justice. It combines thrills, violence, and chuckles in such a way that sets it apart, offering viewers an unique, gritty, and honest portrayal of the frustration felt by ordinary people in modern society. It's an artful blend of humor, drama, crime, and social commentary.

Top Cast

  • Melanie Lynskey (small)
    Melanie Lynskey
    Ruth Kimke
  • Elijah Wood (small)
    Elijah Wood
    Tony
  • David Yow (small)
    David Yow
    Marshall
  • Jane Levy (small)
    Jane Levy
    Dez
  • Devon Graye (small)
    Devon Graye
    Christian
  • Christine Woods (small)
    Christine Woods
    Meredith
  • Robert Longstreet (small)
    Robert Longstreet
    Chris Rumack
  • Gary Anthony Williams (small)
    Gary Anthony Williams
    Det. William Bendix
  • Myron Natwick (small)
    Myron Natwick
    Killer Sills
  • Derek Mears (small)
    Derek Mears
    Donkey Dick
  • Jason Manuel Olazabal (small)
    Jason Manuel Olazabal
    Cesar