It Hits You When You Know It

Plays beautifully with the awkward nature of reconnecting with old friends and the wounds that are still left open. The characters all had nuances and deeper inner lives that revealed themselves in interesting ways. Really liked the balance between the humor and drama, especially with standout Patrick Joseph Rieger as Chris, who carries the story with laugh out loud lines and his own heartbreaking struggles. The characters all feel like real friends and by the film's climax, you wish they could hang around a little bit longer.

A very good entry in the micro genre of "friends gathering at a house for a weekend" movie. The stakes are high, the tension escalates, and surprises are discovered. Overall, the cast is solid, as is the directing and tight script which keeps the pace moving. If you enjoy watching relationships develop or fall apart (no spoilers here!) then this is one to watch.

A group of old friends who haven't seen each other in years gather in a cabin the night before a wedding. Old issues boil up as they reconcile their life choices and past relationships. The film is a contemporary 'Big Chill' with naturalistic writing and a standout performance from Patrick Rieger.

It Hits You When You Know It is a unique indie chamber drama about old high school friends getting together for a wedding. However, things don't go smoothly for this wide range of characters, but that's what makes it interesting. The ensemble cast provides some good performances, and a few that are just fine, but they feel authentic and ultimately make me invested in how everything will shake out building up to the wedding and beyond. The film is also shot at a picturesque location out in the woods, which is a nice bonus visually. It Hits You When You Know It is a solid offering for those looking for a nice indie to watch tonight.

At first I thought it was a situational comedy, very funny and well acted. This melodramatic reunion with friends shares something to be appreciated. Most people can see themselves in this situation after having had long time friends. This Indie film is tastefully done. Each character holds their own equally without overshadowing the other. This film is professionally Produced and Directed, beautifully crafted from beginning to end. I like forward to watching more from this team of filmmakers.