A Legacy of Whining

This is a nice indie gem. It's listed as a comedy, but don't expect a farce here. This story is deeper than that. It's interesting to see these characters meet up after thirty years for a high school reunion only to have found they have either changed a lot, or actually not much at all. The two main characters play off of each other well. There is some good exploration of "mid life crisis" in funny ways. Some of it kind of off beat or dark humor. But the movie has a sense of charm as well. There are a few scenes that seem like they go on a little bit longer than they should, but stick with it, it gets fun. It's definitely what one would describe as a "character driven" film. If you're into indie films, it's worth giving a try.

Producer/director/writer/"actor"/soundtrack contributor and his reviewer friends would have you think so. From the first few lines of the plot summary I thought, maybe. Nope. 20 minutes in and I'm done and I think that's generous. Should have read the whole summary along with all the effusive reviews. That would have nailed it. Like a coffin. Instead, the quality of the screenplay following the dialog with the bit players in the opening scene was the exact opposite. Too bad, because the panhandler, hooker and chauffeur know their craft and deliver gold. I wanted more of that but the nausea introduced with Mitch's first few lines crept up unabated however, as Mitch's old-school buddy appears and they fade into the background. Then in contrast to Duncan's phoned-in performance, Munro's overacting really grates. But, I think this has potential and could be a work in progress. First, tighten up the dialog (maybe one of your reviewer friends could help with that). Then, hire a director, re-cast the lead or take some acting lessons (perhaps from one of the bit players). Then maybe you have something. Less is more, Mitch. Then get your friends to update their reviews to reflect reality.

Good stuff. Good to see a not so cynical piece of comedy coming from the indie space.

A solid indie comedy with a unique plot that manages not to tire out the "buddy film" trope. The characters have a good rapport and the jokes managed to be fresh. Overall it's well worth the watch!

Like an update on a Laurel and Hardy movie. These guys are hilarious. I thoroughly enjoyed watching their infantile endeavors. It's rare that a small indie like this is so well made, and so sharply written, and delivers with such punch. Is it a movie about being a grown up in a childish world? Or being childish in a grown up world? I don't know. I know I laughed, and I needed to laugh, and it felt great to laugh. Plop yourself down on the couch and prepare to laugh. Highly recommend!