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Against the Jab

  • 2015
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 30m
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7.5/10
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Against the Jab (2015)
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The plot is that of triumph over adversity. DJ Mike's prank phone calls on his radio show shatter lives. Does he go too far?The plot is that of triumph over adversity. DJ Mike's prank phone calls on his radio show shatter lives. Does he go too far?The plot is that of triumph over adversity. DJ Mike's prank phone calls on his radio show shatter lives. Does he go too far?

  • Director
    • Patrick Jerome
  • Writer
    • Patrick Jerome
  • Stars
    • Leon
    • Scott Neufville
    • Clara Lago
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.5/10
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    • Director
      • Patrick Jerome
    • Writer
      • Patrick Jerome
    • Stars
      • Leon
      • Scott Neufville
      • Clara Lago
    • 13User reviews
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    Leon
    Leon
    • DJ Mike
    Scott Neufville
    Scott Neufville
    • Trevor
    Clara Lago
    Clara Lago
    • Penelope
    Lonette McKee
    Lonette McKee
    • Dj Mike's mother
    Wittly Jourdan
    • Samantha
    Jenna Kim
    • Kim
    James Milord
    • Security Guard
    Patrick Jerome
    Patrick Jerome
    • Detective Paul
    Frank Czarnowski
    Frank Czarnowski
    • Detective Steeve
    Karm Syndia
    • Lydia
    Patricia Jerome
    • Catherine
    Rebecca Noel Zama
    • Jacky
    Chris Tabb
    • Phonne DJ at station
    George Raynor
    • REV
    William Ayers
    • Siko
    Jean Mercredi
    • Marc
    C.C. Ice
    C.C. Ice
    • Nancy
    Valentin Tchaly
    • Tom
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    8czman375

    DJ Mike Makes fun of people's life with prank phone calls on his radio show but, how far is too far?

    I saw "Against The Jab" this past week. This movie is put together very well. People hear the term independent film and assume that those type of films are sub par, all that term means is that a movie studio didn't help with the film it was funded independently. This film sets the bar for Boston independent films. It has the look of Hollywood and was filmed in Boston. Boston should be proud to have a film like this that features not only a very historic city but the actors that came from the city. Everything about this movie works, from the story all the way to the acting. "Against The Jab" is a definite must see. If you don't see it you are really missing out. This movie is funny and Dramatic at the same time. Congratulations to the director for directing such a great cast and making the movie so real. He really brought out the best in the actors. Leon, Clara Lago, and Lonette McKee were great, but you have to give it to the Boston Actors, they really hung in their with these Hollywood actors and nailed their performance. I can not say enough about this movie. It was a lot of fun to watch and it never got old. It is a great movie.
    10koolkrish

    Amazing

    One of the best movies I have seen in recent times. It is a perfect blend of comedy and mystery. It keeps you engrossed till the very end. I also enjoyed the beauty of Boston in the movie. Mr. Jerome has done an amazing job. All the actors in the movie were fantastic. Leon Robinson has done a wonderful job as a Radio Jockey. The international cast also did a commendable job. The story line is very strong. Emotions run very high while watching the movie and also the climax is jaw dropping. Screenplay and cinematography have the lifted the movie to a new level. Once again, a wonderful experience. I highly recommend everyone to watch this movie!!!!!!
    9vcora210

    Great movie with a great twist at the end!

    This was a great movie. I was happy to see some actors I have grown up with like Leon. The movie played the line well between comedy and drama, which seemed to keep you on the edge of your seat. I like the way DJ Mike's wife portrayed a grieving wife and convinced me of what I so encounter at home when a mysterious phone call or number shows up on my phone.

    I also enjoyed the great landscape and scenic shots of our Boston. The Director does a great job of showing you Boston and it's iconic buildings. I caught myself saying "I know where that is!" more often than not.

    As a fellow prankster, I too wonder "how far is too far?" This movie shows you exactly what happens when it does go "too far." ;)
    8valuta999

    World wide level...

    I've been at 2014th Boston International Film Festival

    And i was so lucky to watch the movie "Against the jab" The whole idea is incredible.

    View of Boston - WOW

    Music and sound - super

    And the end of the movie - is very unpredictable... I love this movie and i dream that all my friends from: Spain,Italy,Israel,Russia,Germany,Ukraine and around the world to watch it. Thanks to all producers and actors and whole crew. You are the BEST. BRAVO.
    7jtem01

    A great indy film (no spoilers!)

    I think indy films are great. And it's not a case where the indies are great "Despite" their small budgets and limited resources, it's more like they're great BECAUSE OF those limitations. The process of indy film making takes an artist, his ideas, his vision, the metal of his artistry and smashes it against the immovable stone of his limited resources -- resulting in a spark of creativity that no big-budget Hollywood movie can match. Patrick Jerome is one such indy film maker, one such artist, and he does not disappoint.

    Avoiding any spoilers here, let me tell you that Patrick Jerome is a gifted screen writer who weaves a tale that is on the edge of respectability without ever crossing the line. "Against The Jab" centers on DJ Mike, played by veteran actor Leon, a man who has it all. The host of a popular radio show renowned for it's prank phone calls ("Jabs"), DJ Mike rides high on the crest of success until the fallout from one prank call threatens to end his radio career, even as some bad personal choices close in on his private life. But the film is not all drama. The prank phone calls, all wonderfully played out on screen, are hilarious to an almost shocking degree. I could recommend the film on the strength of them alone!

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      • April 11, 2015 (United States)
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      • Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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