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Blow the Man Down is a 2019 American black comedy film directed by Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy, and starring Morgan Saylor, Sophie Lowe, and Margo Martindale. The film takes place in a fictional fishing town in Maine and follows two sisters, Mary Beth and Priscilla Connolly, who after the death of their mother, find that their family's fish market is in debt and they may lose their home. As they struggle to find a way to pay their debts and keep the market running, they uncover secrets about their mother and the town's darker side.

The film opens with Mary Beth and Priscilla preparing for the funeral of their mother. As they struggle to come to terms with their loss, they also find that they are in deep financial trouble. Their mother had taken out loans to keep the family's fish market running, but the debts have piled up and the bank is threatening to take their house away if they can't pay. With their backs against the wall, the sisters must find a way to come up with the money they need.

While out at a local bar, Mary Beth finds herself in a dangerous situation with a man who tries to rape her. In self-defense, she kills him and enlists Priscilla's help to dispose of the body. The sisters begin to panic as they realize what they've done, but they soon uncover a network of women in the town who help them cover up their crime.

As they delve deeper into the town's secrets, they discover that their mother was involved in some shady dealings and had made some powerful enemies. The sisters must navigate their way through the maze of lies and corruption in order to stay ahead of those who seek to destroy them. Along the way, they meet a colorful cast of characters including Enid, a tough and savvy brothel owner played by Margo Martindale, and Gail, a former detective played by Annette O'Toole.

Blow the Man Down is a wonderfully acted crime story that blends comedy and suspense to create a unique and unforgettable film. The cast is exceptional, with Morgan Saylor and Sophie Lowe bringing a raw energy to their roles as the Connolly sisters. Margo Martindale steals the show as Enid, with her sharp wit and no-nonsense attitude. Her scenes with June Squibb, who plays a wealthy resident of the town, are some of the funniest and most enjoyable in the film.

The film's directors, Bridget Savage Cole and Danielle Krudy, have created a visually stunning film that captures the rugged beauty of the Maine coastline. The town of Easter Cove feels lived-in and authentic, and the film's soundtrack, which features traditional sea shanties sung by David Coffin and David Pridemore, adds an extra layer of atmosphere to the story.

Overall, Blow the Man Down is a film that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats with its suspenseful story and engaging characters. It's a testament to the talent of its cast and crew that a film with such dark subject matter can also be so funny and entertaining. Highly recommended for fans of crime stories and black comedies.

Blow the Man Down is a 2019 drama. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4 and a MetaScore of 72.