Austin Found

I watched this movie thinking it would be a comedy; a dark comedy at the least. While it had funny parts, it was more of a drama. I started off watching this movie while cleaning my kitchen, but it drew me in to the point that I sat down on the couch and watched the whole movie. I was entertained. It was well written with the director did a great job conveying a message. There are multiple messages in the movie and it's a revealing moment in particular that makes this movie stand out. I enjoyed it and I'm glad I didn't do my dishes till later.

I'll admit, this movie had some funny parts... but it ended on an unnecessary cliff hanger. If the movie had a better ending, I would've rated it higher.

To be honest, I couldn't get past the terrible wig the LeAnne Character was wearing. It's like it didn't fit her head.

Leanne Wilson (Linda Cardellini) is obsessed with fame and intends to get it through her daughter Patty. Money troubles are piling up. She has a devious plan to kidnap her own daughter. She recruits her ex Billy Fontaine (Skeet Ulrich) who in turn recruits his former prison cellmate Jebidiah Thompson (Craig Robinson). Nancy (Kristen Schaal) is the eager reporter on track to uncover the whole scheme.

I don't think Cardellini completely fits this role. I buy the desperation and scheming. I don't buy her as the former Queen Bee prom queen. High school Cardellini will always be in Freaks and Geeks. The movie tries its best and even gives her blonde hair. It's not her. They should have cast Jaime Pressly for the role. Billy and Jebidiah are not the smartest guys around. I don't know what their characters are supposed to think about the kidnapping. Billy could be distracted by the sex but Jebiadiah has no reason to get involved. The plan barely makes sense for Leanne and makes no sense whatsoever for the guys. I am willing to accept them as complete idiots. Otherwise, this is a good satire of modern societal fame with some interesting turns.

I had no idea what to expect, and almost tuned out in the first 15 minutes but so glad I did not. It really takes off and it is a fun ride. I really think that there should be more movies like this in the world. It's different, fun and really well directed. Skeet Ulrich too!