Wrong Numbers

Wrong numbers is an independent drama by filmmaker Duane Edwards making his directorial feature film debut.

Set in Chicago The film is broken into two halves

The first half after a bad blind date in a restaurant perfect strangers Emma (Emily Hall) and Jack (David Kelsey) strike up a conversation and briefly share a connection.

The second half is set ten months later where Emma coincidentally runs into Jack at the cafe she works at.

However it becomes very clear their second meeting is no coincidence, and Jack has made some very drastic changes to his life since they last spoke.

Viewers looking for a fast paced film with action and neat resolutions in the end will be sorely disappointed but for the rest of us the nuances of the story was definitely worth investing my time and energy into.

The dialogue was very good and the characters felt relatable- I've met a lot of people like Jack and Emma well meaning individuals trying to navigate this messy world and being stuck in relationships routines and situations they don't want to be in but just can't break away from.

Overall Wrong Numbers was a very put together film about longing unrequited love and reflecting on the chances you didn't take and where it couldve lead.

I look forward to seeing what director Duane Edwards does next.

I recently checked out Duane Edwards' drama/thriller "Wrong Numbers" on Tubi, and I must say I was quite impressed by the unique approach it took.

Most romantic thrillers follow the same formula (since the beginning of time), however, Wrong Numbers breaks that cycle and chooses its lane and stays in that lane during the film's duration.

As mentioned in the title of the review, it's a little "Harry Met Sally" with a touch of toxicity, which I feel blends perfectly with today's dating/relationship scene, as it's almost encouraged to be in a toxic relationship.

David and Emily both offer stellar performances and are the main reasons to stick around for the thrilling climax.

Highly recommend!

First of all, let me just start up by saying I don't understand all of the one star reviews. This is a very well done indie that deserves quite a bit of praise. First off, the film looks great, well shot and composed. Both actors were entirely natural and real - something that is often missing from movies like this. The writing is strong, with an emphasis on conversation between disparate male/female dynamics. As the action progressed and took a genuine turn, l found myself talking to the TV, which I don't do often, and to me, that's good writing...I was fully engaged. Give this film a look; it showcases a lot of talent and is a cut above usual small-budget films.

I've had conversations with my cat more interesting than this terrible movie. I was compelled to review it after seeing the obvious fake reviews giving this disaster of a film 10/10. The female lead also has no charisma and there is zero chemistry between the characters.

But yeah if you are bored and looking for something to watch. Keep looking bc this movie will bore you into a slumber. Ah my review is too short, but the thing is, nothing interesting happens in the movie so it's almost impossible to write a proper feedback on the film. It's just two people having the most cringe conversations over and over.

*I watched Duane Edwards' film Wrong Numbers via the Indie Rights YouTube channel for free (with ads).

The dialogue between Emma and Jack is smart, captivating, witty, and makes you think, but also leaves you feeling as if you've been in the same situation yourself. (brilliant filmmaking)

Wrong Numbers showcases the real impact of casual encounters on individuals' lives and how we allow them to consume not only our hearts but also our entire way of life.

Thankfully, I've never been in this situation before, so it was an exciting "fly on the wall" type of watch; however, I know many people who have encountered this, and believe me, it typically does not end well, and Duane paints that picture perfectly!