‘Hilarious' 2020s comedy is an ‘instant classic' and streaming for free
An 'absolutely hilarious' coming-of-age drama that was dubbed an 'instant classic' is now streaming on BBC iPlayer.
The 2020 comedy Shiva Baby, which bagged a stellar 96% Rotten Tomatoes score, is now available to watch for free.
Written and directed by Emma Seligman, the film is set during an uncomfortable Jewish funeral service.
We follow 20-something university student Danielle (played by Rachel Sennott), who attends the sombre service with her parents Joel (Fred Melamed) and Debbie (Polly Draper).
Much to her horror, Danielle discovers that her ex-girlfriend Maya (portrayed by The Bear's Molly Gordon) and sugar daddy Max (played by Oppenheimer's Danny Deferrari) are also in attendance.
Tensions rise even higher when Max's wife Kim (depicted by Glee star Dianna Agron) and their baby join the service.
Shiva Baby marked Seligman's directorial debut, and was closely followed by her 2023 hit comedy Bottoms, which also starred Sennott opposite The Bear actor Ayo Edebiri.
With just two feature films under her belt, Seligman has managed to impress viewers and critics alike.
Taking to Rotten Tomatoes, one viewer raved about Shiva Baby, branding it "a masterpiece and an instant classic."
Someone else praised: "Shiva Baby has to be the most edge-of-your-seat-awkward film I've seen this year - possibly ever. That's not a criticism, on the contrary, Emma Seligman's ability to make the audience feel the tension in the room is remarkable."
Another viewer hailed the comedy's ability to depict the relatable experience of a 'quarter-life crisis.'
"I can safely say that not many times have I seen such accurate and ultimately endearing representations of the infamous "quarter-life crisis" as Shiva Baby managed to pull off," they penned.
Over on Google reviews, one moviegoer recommended: "I had no idea how good this movie would be! Absolutely hilarious , highly recommend! If you are having a bad, this movie will definitely turn your day around!"
Meanwhile, a second fan described what sets the comedy apart, penning: "Shiva Baby is like being trapped at the most awkward family reunion imaginable, except it's not your family, and you can't stop watching the chaos unfold."
They continued: "It's a recipe for disaster deliciously baked to perfection, with every cringe-worthy moment seasoned just right for maximum discomfort."
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