Written by Mike

Written By Mike is such a sweet love story with a great twist! Set in historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, the main characters maneuver through the city's most memorable public spaces. This film sheds light on trauma, mental illness, love through time, faith and relationships. The independent music is also great, transitioning between two seemingly unrelated timelines.

Optimism, vulnerability and trust are central themes to film as well with characters dealing with family issues that have been brooding for years. In many ways, Written By Mike is a snapshot of what it feels like to be in your twenties- old enough to feel both the pain and power of love and hope.

Staged in Hometown, USA (Fredericksburg, VA), the audience is treated to the lived experience of two couples trying to find their way as individuals and in partnership. Life is full of lumps and sometimes you have the right team and sometimes you have to adjust. A cast of newcomers brings performances that provide optimism beyond the silver screen and leave you wondering what these actors will do next! A watching experience full of emotion and substance that leaves an audience in need of another watch to absorb the details initially lost. An ending suitable of its journey and a twist unexpected.

Totally surprised me! The story felt really authentic and the characters were super relatable -- like people you actually know, not just the usual movie stereotypes. That made it way easier to get invested in what was going on. And the twist? Wow, it wasn't one of those lame, cheap twists thrown in just for shock value. It actually made sense and hit hard emotionally. I was still thinking about it long after the credits rolled. Pacing was pretty solid too --didn't feel rushed or like it dragged at all. The whole vibe felt real, like something that could happen in everyday life, which is kinda rare these days. Not everything's perfect, sure, but it's one of those movies that sticks with you and makes you wanna talk about it. Definitely recommend it if you're into movies that surprise you but still keep it believable. Would totally watch again or tell my friends about it.

A moving and heartfelt story about the complexities of romantic and family relationships. The story is told in a creative way with some unexpected surprises! Ryan Cudahy's writing makes you feel all the feels.

Historic Fredericksburg, Virginia, provides a rich visual backdrop, and the soundtrack includes songs from indie-rockers like Guster. Everything about the movie, down to the smallest details of props and wardrobe, feels authentic and intentional.

Regardless of your own personal story or background, you will find yourself relating to at least one of these characters and their experiences.

Ryan Cudahy delivers a deeply personal and quietly moving story that feels as much like a confessional as it does a film. It provides honest vulnerability and insight into the messy, beautiful parts of being human.

The cast is largely made up of lesser-known actors, but they give naturalistic performances that enhance the film's emotional honesty. There's no pretense or showboating here - just people trying to connect, heal, and understand each other. Its authenticity is its greatest strength and you can feel it penetrating through the screen.

It's not perfect - but neither are the people in it, and that's exactly the point.