Confused by Love

"Confused"..starts by presenting us with a dilemma that many folks have gone through..and at any age. Ferguson.."don't call me Fergie" and Tiffany have what starts out as a storybook marriage, when they are presented with a challenge that brings a test for both partners. The story takes a nice twist when Reggie, a well meaning friend from college, drops by for a few days to help out but inadvertently creates more tension by bringing along Ferguson's old flame Jo Jo. The characters are very well thought out and the acting is true to the story bringing full blooded performances. Kudos to writer/director/producer/editor Crosby Tatum for taking the high road and bringing us a film that has a lot of heart, some touches of faith in God and in ourselves and presenting to us, the audience, a film that will stay on our minds for more than a few days.

Full disclosure. My girlfriend chose this movie, so I went into it thinking I would politely be watching it to make her happy. Joke was on me. Loved it! Hilarouis character study. Solid performances - some better than others, but more than adequate for indie. Great writing and director Crosby Tatum keeps things moving and, thus, keeps you watching. We both literally never went more than 10 minutes without laughing out loud ... always a good sign.

Charming characters, perfect casting, delivering a beautiful story with meaning and talent. "Confused by Love" presents a reality predicament most anyone can relate even if you're not in the entertainment business. Young married couples struggling to live the American dream and maintain financial stability without missing up the marriage. Whether in bad economy or good that's the R and B of life. Actor Keith Mascoll, as Ferguson, has such a warm and personable soul that make that situation so real and funny at the right moment. Supporting actors Simba Dibinga, as Fergie's old friend Reggie Maxwell, Jamie Perez as Tiffany Marie Middlebecker, Fergie's wife and Jordan Lloyd as Joline 'Jo Jo' Thompson, as Reggie's girlfriend, all key performances in the execution of this insightful chapter of life.

Fun, funny and probably inspired by real life events, Crosby Tatum takes an interesting look at the complications of relationships, love, redemption and the dream couples share... or not! Fun entertainment!

I felt like the film was raw and real. Foreboding trouble down the road.... is much worse than the the current situation. Characters were true to life, existing with multiple layers, and raising natural emotion. As the timeline of events unfolded; intensity increased dramatically. Overall, through the intertwining of stories and relationship entanglement, Crosby wanted to prove in his story that even black love, however possibly dangerous, still endures.

There is great storytelling and critical attention paid to detail. "Confused by Love" is story of black love..eventful and climatic…generating delectable appeal. This film was accompanied by great score and the soothing music by emerging artist, Marwan Soulflow.