Extraction, USA

Extraction, USA is a great debut indie film. The acting, the chemistry between the actors, or the photography, for example, are way better than what people would expect from a debut film. You can perceive the attention to detail from the beginning (a cool opening with a bullet crossing the title) to the end. And no, I am not going to spoil the end ;).

I liked the music choices, the action, the diversity, and the funny moments that were sprinkled here and there.

This movie allows you to enter in Marni's and Steph's lives and forget about your problems for one hour and a half. Since it is not boring at all, you focus and you enjoy it.

You can feel the tension woven between the characters. It really draws you in, making their struggles resonate deeply with the viewer. It's a vivid portrayal of the relentless pursuit of a better life, and the reality they face feels strikingly authentic. The narrative unfolds with an incredible depth, showcasing the fearless spirit of the two women as they battle against the odds, confronting their hardships with unwavering resolve. This story is not just compelling; it's a masterfully developed exploration of resilience that captivates and inspires!

A must watch and excited for this to be an even bigger hit!

Creating Extraction, USA from the ground up as an independent feature film was one of the toughest tasks any of us ever attempted. Like most indie film crews, we put in some long days and endured all sorts of uncertainty about locations, vehicles, and funding. We kept working because we believed in this story of two women who join together against desperate odds to take control of their lives. On one level the film is about crime and action, but if you look a little deeper, it says some interesting things about income inequality, the environment, and men and women in the workplace. The film is full of terrific performances by a big variety of talented actors.

Watch it if you like action/heist movies, gambling movies, or movies with strong women.

It's a really good movie and an enjoyable watch! The two main actresses Leanne Johnson and Marlee Carpenter's character chemistry really sparks and makes you care about their plight.

The story captures the despair of being stuck in a doomed, dead end small town ... and suddenly seeing your dreams and a way OUT seductively dangled in front of you -- if you just dare to break a few rules (maybe a few TOO MANY rules.)

In that way it's as much an indie "character-driven" movie love story as it is an actiony and adventure story. The music is really used well too, adding a lot to the overall vibe and drama (too often, it's like someone just plugged in a couple of songs ... THESE add the whole feel! And it feels SCORED: music adding to the emotions and not just filler.)

Definitely a movie to watch and enjoy. The Actors and Director, Cinematography and Writers all show their talent and control as true artists!

I was invited to see this movie on screen at KAN-KAN an Indianapolis theatre that supports independent filmmakers. The two friends who invited me are well acquainted with its producer and director, Mike Yontz.

I had no idea what we were going to see. As it opened I was quickly drawn into the story of Marni, a struggling single mother in the fictitious small town of extraction, USA whose economy is based on a corrupt oil company.

The film is fast-paced with lots of plot turns and twists, the acting is excellent and the use of the donated and low budget settings is very impressive. Impressive. Indianapolis residents will find themselves surprised to see a lot of Indianapolis footage. The lesbian love story is particularly attractive to some of us. 😉 It's refreshing to see women in strong roles. Even if there is a bit of anti-heroism in their story. Give it a look! As well. Worth watching.