So, I gotta spill the beans about this film that I caught at a Festival in Los Angeles while on vacation - I love independent films, but this one, man, oh man, it's like a wild rollercoaster ride through a maze of clues and jaw-dropping moments that had me glued to my seat. If it was in the theaters I'd be watching it again to see all the clues I missed the first time around.
Angel, the main character in this story, let me just say, he's a total rockstar, and adorably sexy. Starting off all innocent and BAM! - he's hit with the harsh realities of life (I feel completely related). You can't help but cheer for the guy as he digs deeper into the mystery behind some freaky photos on a proof sheet.
What I loved most is how this film throws you into a Latino neighborhood in LA of 1999. It's like a breath of fresh air, seeing a group of Latino actors killing it on-screen. I mean, why don't we get more movies like this?
A shoutout to the director - he's got some serious skills. The whole movie oozes this doom-and-gloom vibe, set in that freaky week between Christmas and New Year, right at the turn of the millennium. Talk about adding some extra spice to the mix!
But, the real kicker is when Angel goes to his cop-dad for advice. The old man drops a truth bomb - "Don't trust what you see. It can get you killed." That line stuck with me through the whole flick, making me second-guess everything Angel was uncovering.
Proof Sheet ain't your run-of-the-mill mystery. It's like a new-age film noir, mixing the old-school magic, very Hitchcockian, with a modern twist. If you're into wild rides, surprises that'll make your jaw hit the ground, and a bit of that classic noir vibe, Proof Sheet is your ticket. Trust me, you won't regret it.
