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I had high hopes for 'Dashcam'. The synopsis sounded very intriguing and I like films that take place on a computer screen. This film doesn't entirely take place on one, but a large portion of it does. Ultimately it ended up being a little disappointing unfortunately. It starts off with a really intriguing premise but then it really struggles to grow out from there and never really reaches its full potential for this reason.
The film is very short, but it can feel like it's dragging a lot at certain points. Sometimes we are watching a character edit and manipulate footage and this often goes on way too long. The story was also in real need of a twist of some sort. Something needed to break up the story and make the audience rethink things in some way.
All this said I didn't hate the movie. It knows its limitations and so it doesn't outstay its welcome. I also like the Russell Wilson-looking fellow in the lead role. Finally the dark ending was right up my alley. It's not a total misfire, it just isn't quite what it could've been. 6/10.
The film is very short, but it can feel like it's dragging a lot at certain points. Sometimes we are watching a character edit and manipulate footage and this often goes on way too long. The story was also in real need of a twist of some sort. Something needed to break up the story and make the audience rethink things in some way.
All this said I didn't hate the movie. It knows its limitations and so it doesn't outstay its welcome. I also like the Russell Wilson-looking fellow in the lead role. Finally the dark ending was right up my alley. It's not a total misfire, it just isn't quite what it could've been. 6/10.
- jtindahouse
- 19 oct. 2021
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- Stanlee107
- 11 juil. 2022
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An editor is running really late for his deadline. He awaits a footage of film involving a traffic stop which ends in a mysterious deadly ending for all involved. Acting is standard. There is a lot of watching this man edit video footage and gets old quick. Ending predictable but not too bad a watch. 5.6-5.9 out of 10.
- Dottsylove
- 23 oct. 2021
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Our lead guy is an unlikeable nitwit who edits news footage from his bedsit while sighing a lot. He's waiting at his computer for some police dashcam footage to arrive for a tv news report. We sit with him and watch him wait. He takes some video calls from his 'friends' (people he seems to hate) and then we watch him sit quietly while nothing arrives. Sometimes he'll swear out loud for no reason. Sometimes he'll move his mouse slowly across the his computer screen to open Facebook or download a file. This is the entire first act.
After 25 minutes he finally gets the footage and slowly looks through it. Ten minutes later he goes to the bathroom. I mean, it's gripping stuff.
The smattering of other 'characters' appear as faces and/or voices via computer, a tired gimmick which has been employed in several (slightly) better movies. This is yet another five minute story stretched to movie length for reasons unknown. It's punishingly boring. There are true crime videos on youtube that can tell a complete story in 15 minutes. Usually made by one person. I respect those people.
After 25 minutes he finally gets the footage and slowly looks through it. Ten minutes later he goes to the bathroom. I mean, it's gripping stuff.
The smattering of other 'characters' appear as faces and/or voices via computer, a tired gimmick which has been employed in several (slightly) better movies. This is yet another five minute story stretched to movie length for reasons unknown. It's punishingly boring. There are true crime videos on youtube that can tell a complete story in 15 minutes. Usually made by one person. I respect those people.
- Victor_Fallon
- 4 déc. 2021
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You get to watch this guy editing and zooming in and isolating sound and isolating movement of dashcam footage that he wasn't supposed to get for a news broadcast. This goes on and on and on. Nothing about this movie surprised me, including the ending. Absolutely nothing. I gave it a three instead of a one because I actually liked the main actor.
- zamboni-36633
- 10 juin 2022
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- amymay-69916
- 3 sept. 2023
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The filmmaker sites quite some classics (the Conversation with Gene Hackman) not just as inspiration but as a tentpole. A movie this is trying to match one might say. The lead performance is really engaging and tight to say the least. Apparently he is a star of some sorts (influencer or youtube or something, I never had seen him before - but he's really good in this) - don't hold it against him.
There are certain hickups and if you are not into film editing, you'll either appreciate learning more about it (also the rendering and buffering times, that seem to play out in real time - you still have to have a good PC for this to work) ... but the main thing is: cover ups and conspiracies ... are they real? Well the movie surely answers that definitively - whether that says something about other stuff going on currently or not, will be up on how you view it. I'd say no ... but as I said, you might feel differently.
There are certain hickups and if you are not into film editing, you'll either appreciate learning more about it (also the rendering and buffering times, that seem to play out in real time - you still have to have a good PC for this to work) ... but the main thing is: cover ups and conspiracies ... are they real? Well the movie surely answers that definitively - whether that says something about other stuff going on currently or not, will be up on how you view it. I'd say no ... but as I said, you might feel differently.
- naomi_dickens
- 21 oct. 2021
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The first hour just drags on forever. Get on with it. Not sure if I'll be able to finish this...Boring as heck. Conspiracy theory.,.come on. Wasted story.
- rotini-52586
- 5 mai 2022
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I feel people are rating wrong Dashcam movie, it is quite unfortunate that two movies, both published in 2021, are called Dashcam. This one, however, turned out to be quite surprisingly nice. Don't expect thriller from top of the Hollywood charts. Acting is solid, and movie atmosphere is rather interesting enough to keep you going.
- isaac-razor1911
- 19 oct. 2021
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What we got was pretty decent but there were definitely aspects that were too drawn out and others that were very lacking. Also, seems as if you are headed to a destination you never reach. It draws you in, making you pay close attention for that key element, and then lets you down. It lets you down in a way that makes you believe the answer is right around the corner though. This would be great if it was the first film of a series with different perspectives of the "incident" and aftermath, like an anthology, that eventually told us why it occurred to begin with. If you think of it in this manner then it was pretty good. I really want more.
Honestly kept me watching and really Interesteed till the end of the movie. Obviously everyone has their own opinions.. I'm really into these conspiracy/ mystery type movies low budget ones that are not bad.. anyways 10/10, for me . More films like this need to be out there too many damn boring films. Not sure what else to write... I'm gonna just fill the empty space with random thoughts alright..
Love the length not too short The half webcam style filming was on point yup Acting was goood Honestly reminds me of the conspiracy movie Another^^ really really good option to watch if anyone liked this.
Love the length not too short The half webcam style filming was on point yup Acting was goood Honestly reminds me of the conspiracy movie Another^^ really really good option to watch if anyone liked this.
Great move, great plot. Definitely worth the watch. Plus it's got Eric Tabach in it so like... just go watch it. That's what I would recommend you do. You close this tab. Open a new one. Find a streaming service. Watch the god damn movie. Then come back here and leave a review.
- nadavjulius1
- 19 oct. 2021
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Best film I've seen all year. Very realistic and anxiety inducing. The acting was superb and great cinematography for a film that mostly took place in one location. I highly recommend it!
- irine_tabach
- 20 oct. 2021
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Didn't expect to like this as much as I did but it had me on edge. Solid performance by Eric Tabach and it was fast and pacey. Score was suspenseful and added to the pressure cooker environment of the small apartment. Would recommend!
- stephaniehains-79956
- 20 oct. 2021
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Love Eric--he deserves lots of love. This obviously had a lot of effort dedicated to it. I started watching him when he was still at buzzfeed and his growth as a personality and as a producer is awesome.
Truly a masterpiece. The best te that I have spent watching a movie. Cannot wait until his next big thing. Honestly I didn't expect this to be that good.
- emmaricardes
- 20 oct. 2021
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