On the Corner of Ego and Desire

"On the Corner of Ego and Desire" is a funny glimpse into the love and lunacy that surrounds the lives of indie filmmakers and the Mecca of that world- the Sundance Film Festival. The film follows a trio of ambitious (and more than just occasionally delusional) filmmakers as they try to hustle their experimental film at Sundance. As someone who has lived in this world, it was hilarious to hear versions of so many conversations that I've had and heard from others in the industry. I found myself laughing and nodding multiple times as the characters personal lives and professional ambition continue on a downward spiral. Fun cameos and just enough heart to give a glimmer of hope. Cause that's all we need to keep going. What's even more remarkable is that this film was made for about $3,000. Amazing achievement!

This movie absolutely nails what it sets out to accomplish. If you don't know anything about the making-of, it's a light comedy that sends up the indie film world. If you know about the making-of, this movie is downright astonishing.

The story is old but the way of telling it is new, which is really engaging. The characters feel genuine, the actors are loose and comfortable, and the run-and-gun cinematography is impressive. The dialogue could have used someone to punch it up -- but come on, the actors worked from an outline.

Look, if your refined palate can only tolerate the Coen brothers and Martin McDonagh, shut up and move along. This isn't for you. But if you have any interest in what's possible today in no-budget moviemaking, you will probably watch this over and over.

As a filmmaker myself and fan of Indie Film Hustle I was quite excited for this film and it did not disappoint. This film tells the other story of indie filmmaking... The real story. It shows the struggles, the highs, the lows and as a filmmaker that has been though it, this film definitely captures that life and headspace. A must watch for any indie filmmaker but also a great time for anybody just looking for a fun film.

The first reviewer stating that this film is the product of useless film programs obviously hasn't done their homework about the background of the filmmakers, nor understands the nuances of this hilarious film. Come to think of it, first reviewer aka Mr. Random, seems to have zero sense of humor whatsoever.

Now onto my review. This is a winning comedy about three hapless filmmakers who are trying to sell their completely unmarketable film to an elusive producer/sales agent. The lion's share of the movie is deftly handled by a trio of actors who shot on location, at Sundance, in the freezing cold, based on a scriptment.

98% of the film is dead on. Like any film, the pacing could have been better in sections, and the interview in the hotel with Ferrari and his intrepid trio was on shaky ground, but when you're shooting a film like this, which was totally improvised, it's a minor glitch in an otherwise very funny film, which is a comedic love letter to indie filmmakers everywhere.

Is it perfect? That's Stanley Kubrick's department, but it's definitely worth a view and anyone who understands film opposed to Random-70778 who must have been in a very bad mood when he wrote such a poison pen review.

Alex Ferrari film and ideas are really great at showing self-deprecating humor executing a well crafted, "On The Corner of Ego and Desire." Three aspiring indie filmmakers make a really fun journey to the Sundance Film Festival to try to sell their self-declared masterpiece. They each show very real stereotype of the indie moviemaker: The producer, using his mother's savings, the director who's delusional and the editor trying to navigate everyone's craziness. This is a truly well crafted and very funny comedy. If you like films about the business and characters driving by ego and desire you'll love this film.