The story was an interesting idea, but the script was AWFUL. The logic problems in the plot were as big as semis. And the plot points were as cliche as they could be. It felt as though these two writers wrote down the easiest way to get from point "A" to "B" to "C" without even thinking about the logic of their storytelling. I do not want to give any specifics away, but I was surprised that AFI would allow this film into their festival.
The direction was less than admirable, which is a shame coming from talented music video-maker, Wayne Isham. There were some innovative techniques employed over-and-over again, but overall I think Wayne needs to take a refresher course in storytelling.
The actors chosen to play the lead roles weren't very engaging. The role of Taner (if I remember his name correctly), a young man who grew up in juvenal detention centers and prisons, is the prettiest ex-con I've seen in years. Taner's role was acted with the most superficial of performances. For someone who's been hardened by being on the inside, he sure seems friendly and approachable.
The role of Johnny (again, I may have the name slightly wrong here), has the weakest character arc ever written. Again, this actor was not engaging at all. I could care less about these brothers by the time the film is over.
Don't even wait for the video. Maybe someday, if you're unlucky, you'll happen to catch this at 3 in the morning on the Sundance Channel, but don't go out of your way to see this flick.
The direction was less than admirable, which is a shame coming from talented music video-maker, Wayne Isham. There were some innovative techniques employed over-and-over again, but overall I think Wayne needs to take a refresher course in storytelling.
The actors chosen to play the lead roles weren't very engaging. The role of Taner (if I remember his name correctly), a young man who grew up in juvenal detention centers and prisons, is the prettiest ex-con I've seen in years. Taner's role was acted with the most superficial of performances. For someone who's been hardened by being on the inside, he sure seems friendly and approachable.
The role of Johnny (again, I may have the name slightly wrong here), has the weakest character arc ever written. Again, this actor was not engaging at all. I could care less about these brothers by the time the film is over.
Don't even wait for the video. Maybe someday, if you're unlucky, you'll happen to catch this at 3 in the morning on the Sundance Channel, but don't go out of your way to see this flick.
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