Marathon

I like mockumentaries, but this one is a travesty. I don't blame the actors, because I think most of them did the best they could, but the writing is terrible. There are no funny jokes, and the characters are just the worst kind of stereotypes. I'm not sure how a movie that's not even 90 minutes could take as long as it did.

Better than most SNL skits. Great characters, funny jokes and personalities ... we had a great time watching this and the chaos of the race and the drama filled ending. Good chemistry between actors... I kept wondering why I have never heard of these actors before ... they deserve a national stage. Well done.

Any score over 2 stars must be either paid for or written by people connected to this film. It is literally awful. Not funny on any level and with a group of dismal characters. The premise itself *could* have lent itself to a decent film, but this is the opposite of that. Honestly, you have no idea how bad this film really is.

Excellent mockumentary focusing on 5 characters with unique motivations and inspirations for running marathons (or not running them as in the case of couch potato Emilou Paunch). Sometimes ridiculous, sometimes poignant, the improbable yet endearing Devil's Canyon Marathon hopefuls will capture your imagination and heart - Jenna Kowalski's romance with product placement actor Ben Duffy as they strive to run the marathon in banana costumes, Shareed Washington's battles with his sister as well as systemic racism, Ryan O'Brien's hilarious self-absorption and devastating injury, and Abby Dozier's adjustment to new motherhood while training for a marathon - all will make you giggle and laugh out loud as they struggle to reach their goals. Totally enjoyable!

This movie was hilarious. If you like mockumentary stuff like Trailer Park Boys then this is right up your alley. I was laughing out loud pretty consistently throughout the entire film. I'm sure people really into running will find this funny too, I'm betting you can pick a few of the characters and find some real life counterparts you may have met while running.