DawnFields
Joined May 2012
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I really enjoyed this film. Lorissa Julianus is a real standout here. However, I also have to give props to the other cast, the crew and especially the director, CJ Julianus. It's clever, quirky and fun to watch. However, my favorite scene comes later in the film where we learn Ava's backstory. It was surprisingly heart-breaking, well-written and beautifully performed. Definitely the scene that stuck with me the most. I was also impressed to learn that Lorissa Julianus not only stars in the film, but she also wrote, co-produced, edited, performed a song AND painted the art in the film. Wow! Beyond a triple threat! Congrats to all involved. Well done. I can't wait to see what you do next. :-)
This film captures a dark and gritty side of homelessness thru the eyes of the main character, Jenna. It was a refreshing choice to see the film set in Las Vegas. The desperation, sadness and loneliness of being alone on the streets were well captured. The film takes a deep dive into the mental fallout that can happen after a devastating life event. It's hard not to feel sorry for Jenna, while also rooting for her to find a way out of this darkness. The characters she meets along the way are interesting and you really get a sense for what that life is like on the streets. A well-done character study on the power of grief.
I don't usually care for found footage films, but this one quickly deviates from the typical recorded footage and into interviews and other types of coverage that, for me, make it a lot more entertaining. I really enjoyed watching it.