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Good Enough: A Modern Musical

  • 2023
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
202
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Dwayne Hayden, Michael Oilar, Jay Towns, and France Jean-Baptiste in Good Enough: A Modern Musical (2023)
College seniors Jamal and Trevor each think they have it all planned out until they have an unexpected encounter, but is their developing love enough to overcome their different backgrounds, paths, friends, and families?
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College seniors Jamal and Trevor each think they have it all planned out until they have an unexpected encounter, but is their developing love enough to overcome their different backgrounds,... Read allCollege seniors Jamal and Trevor each think they have it all planned out until they have an unexpected encounter, but is their developing love enough to overcome their different backgrounds, paths, friends, and families?College seniors Jamal and Trevor each think they have it all planned out until they have an unexpected encounter, but is their developing love enough to overcome their different backgrounds, paths, friends, and families?

  • Director
    • Mike Spears
  • Writer
    • Mike Spears
  • Stars
    • Jay Towns
    • Trey Mendlik
    • Ben Ruettiger
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.8/10
    202
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Mike Spears
    • Writer
      • Mike Spears
    • Stars
      • Jay Towns
      • Trey Mendlik
      • Ben Ruettiger
    • 15User reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 6 wins total

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    Jay Towns
    Jay Towns
    • Jamal Woodard
    Trey Mendlik
    • Trevor Pearson
    Ben Ruettiger
    • Nathan Parks
    France Jean-Baptiste
    France Jean-Baptiste
    • Ms. Woodard
    Beka
    • Deb Pearson
    Pete Berwick
    Pete Berwick
    • Phillip Pearson
    Dwayne Hayden
    • Joe
    Michael Oilar
    Michael Oilar
    • Mr. Walker
    Rhashad Washington
    • Devin Spears
    Shelby Conrad
    • Pauline
    Adam Boltz
    • Cameraman #2
    Martin Ortiz-Tapia
    • Choreographer…
    Joe Musiel
    • Dancer #2
    Cameron Jacob Lasater
    • Dancer #3
    Ivan Aguayo
    • Dancer #4
    • Director
      • Mike Spears
    • Writer
      • Mike Spears
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    9sarebox

    Pretty Good!

    This was pretty good! It's one of those films that you could really get cozy with. I think that's because there's a relatable element to it. The moms truly carried the film for me. Moms ROCK! My favorite moment was when Trevor was under the bed, my gosh, that part was so funny. Totally hated Trevor's dad! Why do people like this exist?! The song 99 Pills is the crown jewel of this entire film. I enjoyed all the songs but 99 Pills sent chills through my body. I think the guy that's playing Nathan is actually singing it. I can go on and on, there were so many good pieces to this film. I highly recommend it!
    6CinemaSerf

    Good Enough: A Modern Musical

    "Jamal" (Jay Towns) is the upcoming basketball player who arranges an hook up on the internet. He is surprised to find that it's college television anchorman "Trevor" (Trey Mendlik) who turns up. That doesn't put them off, and indeed they meet more than once as the latter man begins to fall in love and the former has to come to terms with his own identity. Can they make a go of it? Well jeopardy wasn't high on the writer's list of priorities with this predictably turbulent tale of finding your feet, but it's a little more engaging than your run of the mill gay drama. That's maybe because the supporting characters are a bit stronger. France Jean-Baptiste and Beka both work quite well as the mothers as does Pete Berwick as the layabout and rather odious father of "Trevor" who manages to mix his racism and homophobia in quite a toxically entertaining fashion. It's peppered with some decent enough songs that help it showcase some of the issues faced by young people coming out, and by those dealing with unhappy marriages, drugs, yes all that usual melodrama stuff - but again, it sort of works better than you might expect. It's essentially a project for the stage, though, I think. Cinema doesn't really do it any favours as the audio mix is pretty dire as is the voice dubbing for the songs. In many ways it's no worse than the over-hyped "Theatre Camp" (2023) and won't scare you away. It's aptly named.
    10jiri-twist

    My blood type ...

    I really liked this musical, which won thanks to creator Mike Spears at three festivals in LA, as well as in Florence and Palm Springs, and I will keep coming back to it. The choice of both main protagonists was absolutely brilliant. Not only excellent acting, but also singing. One song after another was a delight not only to my ears, but to the point where I wondered why there weren't more of them. Gradually, the story unfolded and I became more aware of the completely professional approach of Jay Towns and Trey Mendlik. Both mothers showed up a lot in the second half as well as some other characters and I was sad at the end that everything ends and I also enjoyed the end credits, which you must not turn off. I definitely recommend it especially to open-minded viewers who like this kind of film art. And I'm going to the musical again...
    8nelsonaan

    Totally Relatable

    Loved watching a gay film with a super happy ending. Don't want to spill the beans, but there's a bit of a tearjerker in there. Trevor and Jamal's connection is just so pure and innocent - totally my vibe. And can we talk about the sizzling chemistry between the actors? Had me wondering if they're a real-life couple. The film's pacing was right up my alley, and those awkward moments between Trevor and Jamal? Totally relatable. The ending? Heartwarming and put a huge smile on my face! Wasn't expecting it to wrap up like that, but I'm so glad it did. Overall, a solid, relatable story that's a breeze to follow.
    9dilole-90882

    I feel seen!

    I'm the type that appreciates independent art. The storyline was easy to follow and I felt like I could relate to the drama. The actors were good for it to be a cast full of none "Hollywood" people. The cinematography was okay, there were no shots that were too dark. This was one of the best I've seen. The music was very catchy and each song gets stuck in my head. The characters are extremely relatable. After seeing the credits at the end, I appreciated this movie so much more. The writer and director is the same person that wrote the songs! That's amazing for talent to be set into one individual.

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      • March 15, 2023 (United States)
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    • Filming locations
      • Chicago, Illinois, USA
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      • 1h 40m(100 min)
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      • 16:9 HD

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