IMDb 6.2 2001 HD

The Sky is Falling

The Sky is Falling

2001
Comedy Drama
105 min PG-13 USA
8 / 10
6.2 IMDB

A young woman, struggling to become a novelist, has her life go into a tailspin. Her first novel is rejected, her non-committal boy friend decides to take a…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Florrie Laurence
Starring
Dedee Pfeiffer / Laura Leighton / Teri Garr / Howard Hesseman / Bert Remsen / Lorraine Toussaint / Octavia Spencer / Merrin Dungey

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

struggling melancholic hopeful quirky introspective dramatic surreal resilient poignant dark humour character-driven

Reviews

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Genevieve Clarke
May 10, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

A compelling study of resilience, 'The Sky is Falling' centres on Dedee Pfeiffer’s brave portrayal of a woman confronting profound personal and professional crises. The film doesn't shy away from the bleakness of her situation, but its exploration…

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Samuel Croft
May 10, 2026
2.5 / 5
2.5

While 'The Sky is Falling' attempts to tackle significant themes of artistic struggle and mental health, it often feels weighed down by its own narrative ambitions. Dedee Pfeiffer does her best with a role that demands considerable emotional…

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Isabelle Dubois
May 10, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is a film that understands the messy, often disorienting nature of hitting rock bottom. 'The Sky is Falling' excels in its portrayal of a young woman’s life imploding, masterfully depicted by Dedee Pfeiffer. The script bravely ventures…

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Marcus Bellweather
May 10, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'The Sky is Falling' offers a raw and unflinching look at the precipice of despair. The film's strength lies in its commitment to exploring the psychological impact of rejection and loss, with Dedee Pfeiffer delivering a commendably earnest…

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Eleanor Vance
May 10, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Director Unknown crafts a poignant, if somewhat uneven, portrait of a young woman at her lowest ebb in 'The Sky is Falling'. Dedee Pfeiffer anchors the film with a performance that captures the quiet desperation of artistic and…

FAQs

'The Sky is Falling' delves into themes of depression, suicidal ideation, and significant personal failure, so it may not be suitable for those seeking purely lighthearted entertainment. While it incorporates eccentric characters and potentially moments of dark humour, the core narrative revolves around a serious emotional crisis. The film's strength appears to lie in its exploration of resilience and self-discovery through adversity, rather than simple escapism.