Hairshirt

Maybe it's just me, but I hate people loving independant movies even though they are in black and white and SLOW and boring! But Hairshirt is not like those (excuse my language) b***shit movies. It's WAY better and real and funny and not cliche. See it if it comes out!

Danny (Dean Paras, who also wrote and directed the film) is a struggling Hollywood writer working on a screenplay with his roommate. He's also a young womanizer with a lie to manipulate any romantic encounter. Unexpectedly, he falls hard for Corinne, a beautiful young actress. Should Danny use his arsenal of tricks or would it be better to be honest and upfront in the pursuit of his dream woman? Meanwhile, former girlfriend Renee (Neve Campbell) is out to sabotage any relationship Danny may pursue. Will Danny get back what he's been dishing out for so long?

This film has an attractive young cast that makes the film a pleasure to watch, even when the funny script proves uneven. Campbell and Stefan Brogren, as Danny's roommate, are a hoot. Then, too, the young Hollywood scene for ambitious wannabes is portrayed with some threads of realism. Those who like hip, post-college comedies with a modern take on romance will enjoy this film. Such viewers should try hard to locate it at the video store or library.

Well, if you're looking to see Neve Campbell do something different in terms of an acting role then look no further.

She's basically playing a Cruella style scorned woman here, and it works quite well.

Unfortunately there are long periods of time when she isn't on screen, and the whole film falls royally flat because of it.

The lead has no sparkle, the other characters are cardboard cut outs - all in all this makes for a bit of a mess of a film overall.

The only real saving grace in any shape or form is Neve Campbell. Unless you're a fan I can only suggest you don't waste your time. I certainly did.

It took me a long time to track down this movie. I phoned every video store, finally one day I walked into another store (in my hometown this time) and there it was! Just when I wasn't looking. The reason I wanted to leave a comment because it was wonderful to see Stefan Brogren in a role other than "Snake" or "Mr. Simpson" from "Degrassi". He was extremely fun to watch. It is always nice to see some well-known actors with actors who are not as well known. cheers to this movie!

I saw the world premier in Toronto and genuinely enjoyed it. It was everything expected and more.

Director Dean Paras does an excellent job on this low budget feature, using every resource he can. Be sure to watch out for the bum; it's actually his father. Neve Campbell appears as we've never seen her before in this film. Congratulations to the mostly Canadian cast on a great job.

Dean Paras has a promising future.