Don't Tell Larry

Funny, dark...I laughed, I cringed. The story builds and builds - you just can't wait to see what's going to happen next! Screwball scenarios and antics. Loved the characters especially Larry who is wildly sweet/scary.

This is an "indie" film that has the production value of a mainstream, major studio-backed film. Kudos to the writers, director and producers. The score adds to the enjoyment and suspense, driving the action forward. One of our watch party actually had an ear worm of the itty-bitty raisin song the next day -- how weird is that?.

This film is quite enjoyable. I'm recommending it to all my friends and random people that want to have a good time.

Don't Tell Larry is the kind of dark comedy that sneaks up on you, then hits you with a shovel and politely offers you a drink afterward. With razor-sharp writing and perfect performances, this film walks the tightrope between absurdity and sincerity without missing a beat.

The plot is deceptively simple: dysfunctional friends gets entangled in a lie that spirals hilariously and horrifyingly out of control. But what makes Don't Tell Larry shine is its ability to find humor in the bleakest situations without ever losing emotional weight. The pacing is tight, the dialogue crackles, and the moments of violence are so unexpected and bizarre, you can't help but laugh (and then wonder what that says about you).

Standout performances from the entire cast, especially the actor who plays Larry (without spoiling anything, just wow), make this film unforgettable. There's a subtle commentary here on guilt, loyalty, and how far people will go to achieve their goals all wrapped in a twisted little package of chaos.

If you like your comedy with a shot of dread and a chaser of moral ambiguity, Don't Tell Larry is your kind of ride.

Not for the faint of a heart but what a journey this movie was! It starts slow and builds until you find yourself oddly invested in the strange sequence of events these characters find themselves in.

I'll be the first to admit it may not be everyone's type of humor but my family was laughing throughout. If you want formula-driven, run-of-the-mill movie, this is not for you! On the other hand, if you want something different and are ready for a wild ride that will make you uncomfortable at times, definitely watch it! The story line has the perfect balance of crazy and reasonable that honestly keeps the audience guessing throughout, not sure of how the adventure will pan out and how the characters will fare.

This is a comedic thriller based off of creative and tense anxiety. It throws you into a need-to-know-more mentality with genius, dark twists and turns. But make sure to pause in between to collect yourself from uproars of laughter. And then question your sense of morality and whether you would follow the same path. I could feel the cringe deep in my bones from second-hand embarrassment but I could not stop watching. Please, do not skip out on this fantastic watch with you feeling immersed in a story of friendship, deceit, and perfect comedic timing. (Make sure to stay and enjoy the credits too ;) )

One of the most enjoyable films I've seen this year, Don't Tell Larry is a brilliant character-driven comedy with a ridiculous joke density that left me laughing, cringing, and audibly telling the characters what not to do. And anytime I'm verbalizing the experience WHILE watching a film - I know it's a damn good time.

As for the characters and performances - they were also spot on, accentuated with a sharp edit, score and sound design that elevated the humor but never took away from the story.

Basically: if you need something to brighten your day, or want to laugh for 90 minutes straight just because, this is the movie for you.

Just Don't Tell Larry.