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A shame this didn't take off. I am in awe of this film.


For a first time writer/director, you usually see a plot that drags, is edited badly, has fluff characterization or plot, has an unsatisfying or too satisfying ending, weak acting. There are alot of indy films that, as you're watching it, you appreciate the effort and novelty, but its systemic flaws make it a failed project.

This film has none of those flaws.

However, it tanked at the box office because apparently audiences are too dumb or lazy to find gold nuggets like this one among the many bad offerings. Or, perhaps it was just marketed badly.

If this had been written by a "name" or starred Brad Pitt, it would've made $200M.

As I was watching it, I was just in awe of how someone wrote and directed (oh, and starred in) such a great first-time film.

Sad it didn't take off. Hopefully, it can gain a following on Netflix, etc.

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you usually see a plot that drags, is edited badly, has fluff characterization or plot, has an unsatisfying or too satisfying ending, weak acting


Not trying to be a jerk, but, that perfectly describes how I felt about this film. I was pretty bored throughout, the comedy felt forced and was unfunny to me, and it seemed a bit all over the place with an unsatisfying pay off. The only plot I sort of found interesting was the one between the sister and the husband.

I'm surprised this was rated as high as it was. Seems like a 5.9 would be more accurate.

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Lake Bell is simply amazing! No Escape was awesome too. Let’s see more from Lake Bell!

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