We Make Movies

Who likes making movies? These guys do!

If you have ever been interested or involved in making films then you will appreciate this fun and humorous documentary style film following a group of friends trying to make a low budget film for their towns, Boehring (pronounced 'boring'), summer film festival.

To make it clear what you are in for watching, this is not a large budget film. It is shot in a documentary style coming with the production value on film that is to be expected in this style of film but I implore you, it should not stop you watching this film.. Its clear this is an artistic choice made to really make you feel like you are truly following people making a movie.

So why should you watch 'We Make Movies'?

First of all let me introduce you to the cast:

Stevphen - MATT TORY Donny - JORDAN HOPEWELL Garth - JONATHAN HOLMES Jessica - ANNE CROCKETT Leonard - ZACK SLORT All of these actors really do play their parts well helping you really to get involved with each of their journeys during the production of 'A New Don'. Some of the character choices were more extreme than others but they all complimented and brought something to the dynamics of the group that really is engaging. From the over confident Director played by Matt Tory to the Method actor 'Star' played by Zack Slort down to my personal favourite character the naive Donny played by Jordan Hopewell who provides moments that really do leave you with a nurturing soft spot for him.

So what about the story? Presented in an awkward comedic style resembling that of Ricky Gervais in 'The Office', this story carries a lot of laugh out loud moments, cringeworthy moments that you can't help but watch and mixes in some serious moments to break up the comedy and keep the story moving and the audience engaged.

The film is written well and is not a fast paced film but it doesn't need to be. Its intimate at points and I know I personally can relate to real moments on set for a lot of these scenes! Scarily accurate in some cases...

Overall, I would recommend this light film as one worth watching if you want a giggle. Its not going to be the next break the bank Hollywood blockbuster film but its not trying to be. For what its supposed to be, something fun, it delivers well and keeps you entertained. Unsure about it, give it a try, I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised.

First off, "We Make Movies" is goofy: this flick does not take itself serious in the least and that ends up being it's greatest strength throughout. This mockumentary is essentially a story of a rag-tag group of friends (and frenemies) that band together over the course of one summer to shoot a feature for their local film festival... Ridiculousness and hilarity ensue.

Across the board, filmmaker Matt Tory makes sure to imbue each element of his movie with an equal measure of screwball: each character is deliciously wacky in their own way, (Stevphen with a "v" is too good), the references to cinema masterpieces seem so appropriate given the (dare I say) crappy film the characters are making within the movie, the cutaways (while familiar) are used to excellent comedic effect... In every way this is an example of an indie movie that shows how indie movies should be done and done right. The one thing that's clear by the end is that Matt Tory and his team of regular collaborators love film, and that adoration seeps into every pore of this goofy ode to shoestring-budget filmmaking, something all indie creators should be able to appreciate.

Light-hearted comedy about the making of an indie film from inception to release. Shooting style definitely indie, but it feels right for this style of behind-the-scenes 'The Office'-esque film. Really great comedic ideas in here. Definitely a fun watch, especially if you have any experience in filmmaking.

"We Make Movies" is a very funny satire of making movies "gorilla"-style. My husband, son and I have encountered similar situations on student films our son has made and low-budget thrillers we made when we were younger. The surprise footage that runs over the tail credits is especially charming. In the long run, this is not only a parody of filmmaking but also a toast to lifelong friendships, the kind only conspiracy to commit lunacy can inspire.

What a creative and funny way to mock college and beginner filmmakers and actors. It was risky but it got the point across. A must see but u have to make sure u understand it's exactly a fun movie. Well put together And thought out