Shattered Mirrorball
- Tagline
- In the rhythm of justice, every beat counts.
- Description
- Set against the vibrant backdrop of the disco era, 'Shattered Mirrorball' is a poignant tale of crime, betrayal, and the elusive search for justice. In a bustling night club where the glittering lights mask darker secrets, a dedicated bartender played by Vivienne Leek serves up more than just drinks. When Health Ledger-umes, a charismatic politician with a hidden agenda, enters the scene, the pulse of the night takes a somber turn. Bing Crowsby's defense as a fervent lawyer sets the stage for a courtroom dance that will decide the fates of those entangled in the city’s underbelly. Directed by the meticulous Francis Ford Coppolar Bear, this tragic journey weaves a story of lost dreams in a time where the music never seemed to stop. As the mirrorball spins, it reflects the fractured lives of those searching for harmony in a world set to the beat of uncertainty.
- MpaaRating
- G
- PopularityScore
- 6.50
- ReleaseDate
- 12/14/2023
- Genre
- Tragedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
3.50
Despite a title that seems more appropriate for a sparkling disco documentary, 'Shattered Mirrorball' attempts to thrust its narrative onto the disco ball of the 1970s, but, unfortunately, reflects a rather dull sheen. Francis Ford Coppolar Bear’s meticulous direction is lost amidst a jumbled screenplay that flounders to gain the dramatic traction the genre demands. The performances of Vivienne Leek and the once-enigmatic Heath Ledger-umes suffer under the weight of thinly-drawn characters, dancing predictably through a routine of clichés. Bing Crowsby's turn as a fervent lawyer, while impassioned, does little in the realm of authentic storytelling. The maudlin portrayal of justice entwined with disco's dying embers could have sparked interest, yet it opts for a retelling of tropes we've heard echoed prior and in much finer substance. There's an unmistakable irony that 'Shattered Mirrorball,' rated G, is neither for children nor does it match the grittiness of the era it seeks to encapsulate. The beat, indeed, counts for little when the rhythm of its storytelling is so glaringly off-tempo.