Written & Directed By: Sophie Brooks
Story By: Molly Gordon
Cinematography: Conor Murphy
Editor: Kayla M. Emter
Cast: Molly Gordon, Logan Lerman, Geraldine Viswanathan, John Reynolds, David Cross, Polly Draper, Desmin Borges, Jim Gary Jr.
Iris and Isaac's first romantic weekend getaway goes awry in a most unexpected way.
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This is a disarming and strange film only because at first you think you know where it’s going, and while it plays that way, for the most part, it offers different directions mindsets and present us with characters rather than relying only on its plotting
Originally thought this would be more of a two hander.
the first half of the film Is really enjoyable Which was more conventional, by the second half it starts to fall apart a little. As it becomes Less conventional and while not expected it works on it’s Own Even if not necessarily fulfilling in the way that you had hoped
Would have liked it, if it was more ambiguous at the end, but it is a romance after all so has to have that kind of ending. No matter where the film goes
So much so, that you care what actually happens and will this resolve itself. While wondering what will happen? Even the supporting characters only add to the films charm.
While the two leads played with wit by Molly Gordon and Logan Lerman are such a cute couple, who are hiding issues and deep, dark secrets that they have to take a look at themselves. As well as each other to truly move forward in general. Though who knows if this would’ve even happened if not for the films inciting incident.
This is the type of romantic comedy. They don’t make anymore. It’s a little bit more formula, but you can identify with the characters you’re rooting for the characters. it’s not overly cute nor painstakingly unbelievable that feels more like a dream scenario. It deals with real issues minor and mighty that actually come up in more modern relationships.
The stakes aren’t that mighty, but there enough for you to pay attention and care. Where you want to see what’s going to happen. where this is gonna go and how will this resolve itself and while the film isn’t a star showcase. One has to give props to star Molly Gordon, who also came up with the story for the film. As she continuously keeps making projects that give her a showcase for her range and talents in leading to supporting roles, just as she did with the film THEATER CAMP, which she co-wrote and Co-Directed
This is-one of those films that is subtle enough that you admire it for what it is and really taking a deep look at these characters plus the relationship. As well as what might be in the future for each of them.
The visuals of the film are broad with a single location. It’s almost a two hander. The only thing that keeps it from being that way, is quite a few supporting characters, though this could’ve easily been a play and that’s not a bad thing.
Then again, maybe one was just blinded by the mood and the actors. With a film that can be cynical, but chooses not to be most of the time
Grade: B
