I found CHECKOUT to be a well-produced, visually engaging and fun film. The story is simple and sweet... a young man starts a dating service in his employer's grocery store. As the plot unfolds, he gets caught in some sticky situations, he learns about the value of love and honesty, and realizes the value of true friendship. Our hero, Jack comes of age in this film and eventually wins back the love and respect of his ex-girlfriend. Together, they save the grocery store (her father's business) and we hope live happily ever after. It's not a complex story but one that this movie-goer loves to see told over and over again. Give me an uncomplicated romantic comedy any day of the week. CHECKOUT made me smile, made me laugh and more importantly entertained me.
Being a Rochester native makes me especially interested in this film and its path. I was delighted to learn it took 2ND Place in the Valley Film Festival in Los Angeles. I hope it continues to draw positive attention in other film festivals and I'd love to see it be distributed nationally. Kudos to Mark Fogetti, the cast and crew for creating a film with heart and soul. BRAVO!
