Submerged Lineages
- Tagline
- Dive into the depths where secrets bubble up to the surface.
- Description
- In the midst of the Revolutionary Era, a peculiar family comedy unfolds beneath the waves. 'Submerged Lineages' follows the lives of an eccentric underwater clan, harboring not just secrets, but a covert operative among them. Tim Curry stars as the patriarch with a mysterious past, while Marmalade Montez plays a creative spirit tangled in webs of espionage. Salmon-ron Diaz rounds out the trio as a secret agent whose cover as a sea-life photographer captures more than just marine beauty. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderstork, this film takes a darkly comedic look at the lengths one will go to protect family and country. The tone is as pessimistic as the fathomless deep, ensuring a comedy that's as sharp as a cutlass and as unpredictable as the ocean's currents.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 9.20
- ReleaseDate
- 02/01/2024
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
4.00
Submerged Lineages' attempts to navigate the murky waters of genre-blending result in a film that is as disorienting as a whirlpool. While the tagline promises a dive into revealing depths, what we get instead is a shallow puddle of missed opportunities. Tim Curry's performance as the patriarch with a hidden agenda offers a glimmer of hope in the aquatic abyss, but not even his seasoned charm can keep this ship from sinking. Marmalade Montez, though a creative force, is lost in a sea of convoluted plot lines and espionage clichés. Salmon-ron Diaz's secret agent portrayal is as believable as a mermaid in a koi pond. Director Paul Thomas Anderstork's vision is as murky as the film's underwater setting, crafting a tale that is as cold and unforgiving as the deep blue. The dark comedy promised is more of a dark cloud looming over what could have been a revolutionary cinematic experience. The MPAA's 'R' rating feels like a warning to steer clear from these treacherous waters. In the end, 'Submerged Lineages' is a film best left at the bottom of the ocean, where its secrets can remain undisturbed.