A Classic

When people look back and study the true Independant Film movement of the 90's this forgotten classic should be at the top of the list. As noted, the story is not the most original, some of the writing is too on the nose emotionally, you see the endings for all the characters coming from a mile away, as well as some of the acting being out and out awkward; but all that being said this is simply a great film.

Executed with heart, care and originality on a shoe string budget, Finn Taylor, David Arquette, Brad Hunt and the supporting cast really take you on a journey that is well worth the ride. The cinematography is beautiful and the passion palpable.

The most interesting detail about the film is David Arquette. Never since has he been given the opportunity to truly act as he does in this film. He is perfect playing a "Harold" like character a character he constantly makes his own in spite of the inherant cliches. Against all of Hunt's Dionysian energy Arquette, with his quiet scream of a soul makes film his own. It is quite simply one of the best performances of the decade and sorely overlooked.

In the end I am happy to see so many people who have run into this film that cherish it as I do in spite of its quirkiness and obscurity. My hope is that with the passing of time it will become something of a cult classic...Perhaps somebody should write to Roger Ebert and get him to put it in his forgotten film festival he puts on every year.

And yes, IMDB, how 'bout making this one a movie of the day selection?