Unidentified Objects

I loved Unidentified Objects. This is an indie gem that unfolds with compassionate development of the characters, who become more and more appealing as the movie progresses. An original version of a road trip movie with unusual twists. The film portrays many touching scenes and some deep sadness interspersed with moments of quirky yet gentle humor. The main actors, Matthew Jeffers and Sarah Hay, are excellent in their roles and seem perfectly cast. Great work by supporting actors as well. With an impressive script and and restrained, brilliant directing, Unidentified Objects casts quite a spell and is ultimately uplifting.

It's probably not fair to try and quantify this movie in the traditional sense of critique. The effort and subject is only for those who can betray their sense of cynicism long enough to just let it wash over them. The two principles are committed, talented and believers. Beyond some typical tropes to keep the uninitiated involved, there is quality cinematography, dynamic of story and wonderful editing. Lots of perfect moments on what must have been a limited budget (just a guess). If you have lived a life, you know these people, and maybe, they are you? Without hope, there is no life. So lets live this life and enjoy the longings.

I had the pleasure of attending the premiere of 'Unidentified Objects' at Cinema Village in NYC, where I was blown away by the passion and creativity of the filmmakers. The Q&A at the end was a true highlight, as it showcased how this talented team had to use their problem-solving skills to the maximum potential in order to make this film what it is today.

It's clear that the dedication and hard work put into the production have paid off, as 'Unidentified Objects' is a film that truly stands out from the crowd. With exceptional acting, breathtaking sound design, and thought-provoking themes, this movie is guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on anyone who watches it.

Unidentified Objects is a film that defies expectations and explores complex themes of identity, connection, and acceptance in a unique and engaging way. Director Juan Felipe Zuleta, writer Leland Frankel, and the whole team of makers behind this film have crafted a story that features two flawed and relatable characters, portrayed by outstanding actors Matthew Jeffers and Sarah Hay.

Overall, "Unidentified Objects" is a great movie that will leave a lasting impression. It's clear that the filmmakers have created something very special, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thought-provoking and entertaining cinematic experience.

Unidentified Objects (2022) was co-written and directed by Juan Felipe Zuleta.

Sarah Hay portrays Winona, a young woman who is obsessed with travel to Canada for complex reasons. Matthew Jeffers plays Peter, a gay man with dwarfism.

The link is that Peter has a car, and Winona needs a car. Peter won't give Winona the car, but he will drive with her to Canada. What follows is an interesting movie that goes in unusual directions.

The film has an excellent IMDb rating of 7.7. I thought that it was even better than that, and rated it 9.

We saw this movie as part of Rochester's excellent ImageOut, the LGBTQ Film Festival.

I just love this movie. It's funny, touching, bold, exciting, it really has everything you could want. And it really feels original and creative, unlike anything else from hollywood these days.

One thing missing in the digital age is people who support each other and real life situations. We're all trapped inside, with or without a pandemic keeping us inside, our social media world traps us and disconnects us. Movies like that this remind me of the unquantifiable importance of human connection.

So far this is my favorite move this year!

After watching this I went and watched Peanutbutter Falcon, which also scratches a similar itch and I highly recommend too.