West Michigan

Excellent movie with a very talented and amazing cast and crew. The dynamic sibling relationship between Hannah ( Chloe Warmoth) and Charlie (Riley Warmoth) mirrors many real life situations as both are on their journey toward adulthood. In the waterfall scene Charlie points out that the "water going over the falls looks dirty but the copper in the soil only make it appear that way." Decisions when growing up are not always clean and neat but many times messy. Hannah called out Charlie saying "I want you to care". She was expressing her depressed feelings toward others. The fabulous Cinematography and Music incorporated by the films writer Riley Warmoth made the screen come alive.

I was told (in a couple of different ways by a couple of different people) to remember that this was a low budget, indie film but honestly . . . I liked it as much as I've liked some major motion pictures.

Chole Ray Warmouth is nothing short of incandescent and the cinematography is absolutely, stunningly, perfectly executed.

I enjoyed the storyline very much and thought the script was very well done, though I worry the title of the film might not draw people into the (important) subject matter as much as it possibly could.

But that's a very small consideration and overall this was a simply beautifully done project.

The Warmoth siblings rock, and the heart and soul that went into this movie is evident, not to mention the touching story and beautiful cinematography! Definitely worth supporting, and I cannot wait to see what they do (together or separately) in the future!

West Michigan takes takes you on scenic ride with siblings "Hannah" and "Charlie". Through the beautiful and iconic locations around western Michigan. While "Hannah" attempts to find herself before she loses herself, Charlie attempts to connect with his sister and get a glimpse behind the walls she builds to keep him out. Hannah's character is complex. She desires to be seen yet she is guarded. After she courageously exposes her vulnerability there is a shame that follows. There's a struggle between how she sees herself and how she wants to be seen. As strongly as you can feel Hannah hold her anguish, you can feel her release her insecurities and fly. She gets lost and discovers herself. This story leaves you begging the characters to see that real courage is in the vulnerability we so often fail to show and understand. Riley Warmoth's performance as "Charlie" is phenomenal. The story leaves you wanting more, thinking deeper and emotional. A true passion project that will no doubt be a spring board for future masterpieces ahead.

Dialogue sounds scripted not genuine. Awkwardly self aware. Not my cup of tea but can see how some might like this.