Do Something, Jake

I found this film very dynamic.Never a dull moment and a tribute to independent film makers.

Such an original idea for a film, wonderfully executed by a phenomenal cast that brinsg the story to life. A funny, tense and moving exploration of loneliness, love and bravery. You become invested in the characters and desperately want Jake and Alice to win. Just when you think you have it sussed, it takes a totally different twist that leaves you on the edge of your seat. The character of Jake is perfectly portrayed and you become aware that he has quiet and misunderstood genius. Alice is so fantastically played too, and you feel her isolation and vulnarebaility whilst also admiring her courage and tenacity. A truly fantastic film that gives Indie Film it's brilliant and original name. A film to be proud of.

The film starts slowly but once you get into the mood of it it hooks you with its subtle humour and intriguing storyline. Each character has something really special about them and you want to know more about them and find out what happens to them. The film felt completely different to anything I had seen before and I realised well into the film that I had a constant smile on my face. There are endless golden humour moments that are literally laugh-out-loud. Against this humour is the dark side of the story. Some naughty people up to a lot of no good and you are just willing the hero to succeed. I can't wait to see this film again and have advance ordered my Blu-ray. I saw one review that suggested it was obvious on occasions that it was low budget. He/she must have watched a different film. I thought it lacked nothing and it's simplicity was part of it's charm.

The kind of low budget British indie that gives the industry a bad name. Just bad, bad, bad. Avoid.

This is the best film I've seen in ages. A very refreshing change from the litany of manufactured Hollywood tripe. A fantastic cast of incredibly talented, and fresh faces, all of whom deserve to be incredibly successful. The story was very thoughtfully constructed and completely drew me in, Jake was marvellous and had me rooting for him right until the end. Alice, the woman he loves is incredibly sensitively portrayed, while there are startling performances from other supporting roles, especially the grumpy old lady in the neighbouring flat, and the shop girl. This is a film you absolutely, positively have to see. An utter gem .