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Watcing this film is like seeing a master being surpassed. Heavily reminiscent of the works of Czech surrealist filmmaker Jan Svankmajer, S He uses impeccably realised stop-motion techniques to tell disturbing story of oppression, resistance, revolution, revenge, and cyclical self-destruction, all made using the refuse of civilisation, as the objects given uncanny life through the truly jaw-dropping animation are comprised of common everyday items which we throw away every day. The talent and artistry involved in producing this film is world-class. As far as the art of stop-motion animation, this is perfection.

If you're a jaded film buff looking for something you haven't seen before, seek this out immediately. If you have the slightest interest in stop-motion animation, this is esesntial viewing. Run, don't walk, to see this. I might sound hyperbolic because I've just finished watching it and am still reeling from the experience. It's absolutely incredible. Like nothing else. I'm shocked there aren't more reviews here.

Awkward horror comedy looks good but is full of unsuccessful tone shifts. Balancing horror and comedy is possible but it didn't work here. In reviewing a bad film, I try to look for something positive to say. The highlight of They Reach is the delightful Eden Campbell as Cheddar, best friend of lead girl Jessica. Campbell easily steals the film. Her funny performance makes me want to see her star in a teen comedy as that type of character - a bold, boisterous, fast-talking, quick-witted, rambunctious girl eagerly embracing mischief and shenanigans. She reminds me a bit of Eden Sher, in being someone who isn't just giving a good comic performance, but who comes across as a funny person. Give her a film with a better script and more focus on her as a comedic lead, I think she'd be fantastic.

You know those actors that you absolutely love but who never get the recognition you think they deserve? Corinne Bohrer is one of those actors for me. I just adore her in everything she's been in. No matter the quality of the overall movie, I'll watch it for her, even Revenge of the Nerds IV. Apart from being ridiculously gorgeous, her comic expressiveness and loose, vibrant physicality are uniquely charismatic. As a massive fan, this movie was a gift, as I believe this is Bohrer's only lead role in a movie. She holds onto it and never lets go.

Bohrer plays Eve Jacobs, a woman nearing 40 and trying desperately to get pregnant. Shenanigans ensues as Eve joins a support group for similarly fertility-challenged women and tries to undergo treatments without her husband knowing. Wacky and silly, but with genuine wit and moments of sincere drama. Inconceivable is the kind of film few will leap to praise as a classic, but it's perfectly fine. A solid, well-written comedy. I mean, there are plenty of big-budget Hollywood comedies that have nowhere near the charm and satisfaction on offer here.