Find Me

Okay, this is not a big budget production and no big name cast members but, bottom-line, the movie was totally engaging from start to end. It is a slow paced movie which some people might not like but the characters are totally believable, the dialogue is great and the story plausible.

In an odd way the real star is the scenery and perhaps the cinematographers are the real heros here. You are taken to a number of incredible places and the camera crew did a superb job of catching the wonder of each location.

I tend to like what I call "quiet but intelligent" movies and this definitely fills the bill.

If you, or someone you know, longs to get outdoors, smell some fresh air, have adventures your friends want to hear about, discover some unforgettable views but think that you just don't have it in you to make that looonnnggg or dangerous hike like you see on NatGeo, think again! You don't have to be an "outdoor warrior" to access areas that are some of the most cherished in the American West. Or, in your own state's backyard, per the movie's message. Your guide is a person just like you, Joe (the lovable Tom Huang), a M-F desk-jockey accountant in slump after his divorce.

This independently made film I screened at festival has what the tent-pole blockbusters don't, characters that feel, sound and look like real people that you'd want to hang out with. The story resonates with topics that need to be discussed more (like why it's important to protect and preserve our natural world and parks for all to enjoy) without being preachy.

Tom's work BFF, Amelia, the lively ying to his very reluctant yang (played by the effervescent Sara Amini) takes Tom under her wing by sparking his curiosity and compassion to "Find her," after a surprising plot twist. You feel yourself wanting to do the same for your own friends possibly stuck in life's rut. You root for Tom and Amelia to find their happy places and resolve what troubles them by getting out and getting some perspective - ultimately getting MORE out of the LIFE they have been given. This is a great movie to watch which will inspire you to explore your nearby world outside your (admit it - boring) routine. You and your friends won't be sorry you did!

Gave this a 9 because it is one. Only an idiot expects a garage production to compete with a mega-millions Hollywood vehicle.

With that established, the writing is good, the acting better than amateur, the cinematography patently better than you'd expect in this kind of project. I had no difficulty watching it start to finish, which is often not the case with micro-movies. (And I watch a lot of them.)

Nice to see an Asian-American main character who's just A Guy. Except his Chinese accent sucks. Seriously Tom, I could do better than that, and I'm white. But in context that made it even funnier, and contributed to the character's development.

Anyway, see the film. Remember who made it, and how. And enjoy.

Inspiring film that makes me want to hit some trails and explore the beauty of planet earth. Sara Amini is outstanding in this! I had to look her up on here to see what else she has done. Great job! Tom Huang..not the best actor but I really appreciate him putting this film together. As an avid hiker I was really feeling the whole premise. I also really felt the scene where he's arguing with his ex in the car and he pulls over and says.."I think I'm finally ready to listen". It seemed like a really honest, genuine moment. The whole film is something to be proud of. Thank you.

My review is more of an interpretation of the film's message. Life is short , get out of your box & see the world! Just lost my 5 year old Chocolate Lab Oliver to bone cancer. I was going to take him with me to see America's Beauty. Now he'd want me to find another dog to share my life with. So l will rescue another dog and make sure his life is special . That is what we are here for, to make a difference and positively impact others .

I Am in remission 10 years now and this movie reminded me not to waste another day. I just got back from Yellowstone and I did Zion last year. Next year Yosemite and then maybe Iceland.