Wrong Numbers

Duane Edward's drama/thriller/romance "Wrong Numbers" was a recent discovery (through the film's Facebook page), and what started as a blind watch turned into a 2025 gem discovery!

It takes a lot to captivate an audience these days, especially with a limited cast (two in this case), and essentially focus on one story throughout, which, as a fellow writer, is beyond admirable, and something I hope to accomplish one day.

Yes, there is a lot of back-and-forth talking between the two characters, however, the importance is the realism of the conversations being had and how the actions are handled in an entirely realistic manner.

I promise that once you finish this film (and I know you will) that you will say to yourself, "I know someone like that".

Mission accomplished to everyone attached to this beautiful indie drama.

I just watched the movie WRONG NUMBERS.

The movie has a lot of strong scenes that are deep and takes a look at what can go wrong from a one night stand.

The movie is directed by Duane Edwards and stars Emily Hall & David Kelsey.

This is a very realistic journey of a woman with believable characters that are incredibly genuine to watch on screen.

The storyline pulls you in many directions as you're watching this movie.

The movie has lots of real life circumstances. This is a natural ride through life portrayed on screen. It was also shot in a very cool way with many scenes that make you think and reflect. I thought all the lead actors all had great onscreen chemistry- they were great together. The sets and scenes are great. Check this movie out! You'll remember it!

Wrong numbers is an independent drama by filmmaker Duane Edwards making his directorial feature film debut.

Set in Chicago The film is broken into two halves

The first half after a bad blind date in a restaurant perfect strangers Emma (Emily Hall) and Jack (David Kelsey) strike up a conversation and briefly share a connection.

The second half is set ten months later where Emma coincidentally runs into Jack at the cafe she works at.

However it becomes very clear their second meeting is no coincidence, and Jack has made some very drastic changes to his life since they last spoke.

Viewers looking for a fast paced film with action and neat resolutions in the end will be sorely disappointed but for the rest of us the nuances of the story was definitely worth investing my time and energy into.

The dialogue was very good and the characters felt relatable- I've met a lot of people like Jack and Emma well meaning individuals trying to navigate this messy world and being stuck in relationships routines and situations they don't want to be in but just can't break away from.

Overall Wrong Numbers was a very put together film about longing unrequited love and reflecting on the chances you didn't take and where it couldve lead.

I look forward to seeing what director Duane Edwards does next.

I recently checked out Duane Edwards' drama/thriller "Wrong Numbers" on Tubi, and I must say I was quite impressed by the unique approach it took.

Most romantic thrillers follow the same formula (since the beginning of time), however, Wrong Numbers breaks that cycle and chooses its lane and stays in that lane during the film's duration.

As mentioned in the title of the review, it's a little "Harry Met Sally" with a touch of toxicity, which I feel blends perfectly with today's dating/relationship scene, as it's almost encouraged to be in a toxic relationship.

David and Emily both offer stellar performances and are the main reasons to stick around for the thrilling climax.

Highly recommend!

If I watch B-grade movies, it's usually as a precursor to falling asleep and it generally works. This one was no exception, probably because it was (IMO) boring as.

The story focuses on two people who meet by chance; there is a twenty-year gap between the young, single woman and an older man and we observe their main interaction over twenty-four hours, with a brief encounter several months later. This kind of scenario (one on one) requires strong characters, an interesting story-line and engagement by the viewer. Unfortunately, it's a mediocre tale about stereotypes: she is finding herself, desperately wants a boyfriend/husband and latches on to the sympathetic, happily-married family man, with predictable results.

While the male lead appears sympathetic and believable in his role, the woman is irritating in her know-all manner and smart-a responses. However, it is no surprise that he gives in to the once-off opportunity, despite the remorse afterwards (the old cliché of "she made me feel alive" comes to mind). These are not exciting characters and their short-lived relationship is dragged out over the duration of the movie, with nothing to relieve the tedium.

Because the characters are dull, we don't really care about the predictable ending (although it's meant to be a twist on the familiar theme) and where they go from there. We're just glad it's over.