Hey,
I'm an extra in this one, too!
I have to
admit that a bit of excitement when I saw that
TC had given this film a "B". This, of course,
being completely shallow because this is one of
multiple Indiana films in which I am an extra.
So, yes, my warped little brain went...How cool,
TC thinks "My film" is a "B". Okay, ego trip
aside...other than "Hoosiers," this probably my
favorite locally made film...mostly because it
is mostly filmed in Huntingburg, a small,
beautiful Indiana town that has been very
supportive of my outreach efforts. In other
words, it seems that most of this review is
actually about me. This film is directed by
Mikael Solomon and stars Morgan Freeman and
Christian Slater...two of my favorites...yes,
it's true...I was in heaven in my brief time on
this set. The film also has Randy Quaid (cool),
Minnie Driver (impure thoughts) and Ed Asner (I
love political people).
The set design here was wonderful, and Slater
and Freeman do a nice job with a fairly average
script. For me, it's the performances that
really elevate this film to a "B" level. Slater
portrays an Armored Vehicle Guard trying to hold
on to $3 million. Freeman heads a gang of guys
trying to get the money...in the meantime, this
Indiana town is going underwater. Watching the
technology of producing this flood was simply
astounding and awesome...In terms of pure
visuals, I loved this film. I will say that some
budgetary issues were obvious, and some of the
CGI seemed a bit amateurish. Generally, however,
quite effective and still a joy to watch.
In short, this is a fun film to watch and Slater
and Freeman do an excellent job here. AND, as a
side perk...if you look VERY VERY carefully you
will end up seeing me. (I love taunting with
that since most of you have not visited my
website and have no clue what I look like). :)
For the record, I am NOT in the wheelchair...I
would never make it that obvious. hehe.
© Written by
Richard Propes
TC Candler's Comment
This is one
of those clever little thrillers that had me on
the edge of my seat throughout. Very
underrated!
Jacob
Hall's Comment
N/A
