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Name: The Flick
Rating: 4 (1 reviews)
Author: Annie Baker

The Flick follows three underpaid staff members of a struggling movie theater in central Massachusetts. As they confront the challenges of their low-wage jobs, personal doubts, and the slow pace of their community, their small struggles become a resonant exploration of authenticity and resilience within a rural setting. The play blends humor and pathos, offering a nuanced look at everyday life in a place where the emptiness of the aisles mirrors the quiet longing of its workers.

First publish date: 2014

Genre: Drama & Plays/Comedy Plays

Authors: Annie Baker

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