Playing God
- 2021
- 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
5.3/10
1.4K
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A pair of con artists recruit their longtime mentor to "play" God in order to scam a grieving billionaire.A pair of con artists recruit their longtime mentor to "play" God in order to scam a grieving billionaire.A pair of con artists recruit their longtime mentor to "play" God in order to scam a grieving billionaire.
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- 1 nomination total
Iheanacho 'Ike' Orabuchi
- Gerald
- (as Ike Orabuchi)
Danielle Evon Ploeger
- Nurse
- (as Danielle Ploeger)
Kendal Farr
- Katie
- (as Kendall Farr)
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- Writer
- All cast & crew
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I Love Con Movies....
I love con movies and this one didn't disappoint. The only negative I would say is the middle of the movie kind of loses you when the beginning grabs you. As another reviewer said, the con should have been elaborated on. However, what a phenomenal ending. We constantly are so focused on looking at one thing in life that we miss other things that are right in front of our face. If anyone that didn't have a parent or parents in their life, I bet you'll tear up.
Not a comedy!
After hearing some things about the story and, particularly, the ending.. and then watching a trailer and really understanding the premise they created, I was quite intrigued!
How are they going to accomplish THAT!?
Certainly, the focus of the movie was wrong from the beginning.. or my expectations of it were. After watching it, I don't feel like I found a diamond in the rough, but I don't think I wasted my time.
This movie is a simple, yet "cute" story well executed. That it's to say it's not stupid or annoying. It is well constructed with very few wrinkles, and it keeps the tone and quality throughout, which isn't as easy as you'd expect. And more importantly, it is a story mostly driven by the cast and their portrayal of the written characters. The lead Hannah Kasulka is very charming and likeable, Michael McKean leaves a great impression, and Alan Tudyk probably sells you the most important part of it. And you may as well be "warned" that it has a very religious coating to it (in dialogue, music, etc).
I didn't get what I wanted (not even close), but I can't honestly say that this is a bad product. Once your image of the photoplay aligns with what you are watching, it will be easier to accept it.
More than a theater release, this does feel like a "straight to streaming" release.
How are they going to accomplish THAT!?
Certainly, the focus of the movie was wrong from the beginning.. or my expectations of it were. After watching it, I don't feel like I found a diamond in the rough, but I don't think I wasted my time.
This movie is a simple, yet "cute" story well executed. That it's to say it's not stupid or annoying. It is well constructed with very few wrinkles, and it keeps the tone and quality throughout, which isn't as easy as you'd expect. And more importantly, it is a story mostly driven by the cast and their portrayal of the written characters. The lead Hannah Kasulka is very charming and likeable, Michael McKean leaves a great impression, and Alan Tudyk probably sells you the most important part of it. And you may as well be "warned" that it has a very religious coating to it (in dialogue, music, etc).
I didn't get what I wanted (not even close), but I can't honestly say that this is a bad product. Once your image of the photoplay aligns with what you are watching, it will be easier to accept it.
More than a theater release, this does feel like a "straight to streaming" release.
A treat for Hannah Kasulka fans
This movie seems to showcase Hannah Kasulka, who has substantial screen time and is a definite eye candy.
The movie shows promise in the beginning but loses it quickly, a simple idea is dragged a bit too long and a bonkers twist.
Don't expect much and watch it just for the gorgeous Hannah Kasulka.
The movie shows promise in the beginning but loses it quickly, a simple idea is dragged a bit too long and a bonkers twist.
Don't expect much and watch it just for the gorgeous Hannah Kasulka.
Half-decent
Even though it has that direct-to-video stench, I still mildly enjoyed this movie. I was invested in the premise and story. Alan Tudyk gives a good performance. Overall it's not great quality, but it's a serviceable one-time viewing. (1 viewing, 3/19/2022)
Not a comedy but it has heart
I love Alan Tudyk and Michael McKean. They really bring a lot to this story. It's a family friendly film. It's not a $$$$ movie, but there are some nice moments. We enjoyed it.
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