Late Watch

It's not often that I see an independent film (and I have seen a lot) look so clean and at the same time play so funny. There always seems to be something off. Henry S. Miller's LATE WATCH proves there is hope for the independent thinking filmmaker. The camera moves with ease as we follow Travis (Stephen Daniels), the new late watchman at the warehouse, through an introduction to his collective of strange and perverse colleagues. We are navigated in detail through the warehouse observing the hilarious rituals of the staff over a twelve-hour period. While some films would gloss over character and focus on stereotypical story lines, LATE WATCH takes it time, engulfing us with "filmic" visuals (no stock footage here), which enables the audience to feel as if we are on shift as well. There are plenty of laughs, jumps and sensual overtones combined with a classic and gritty New York realism. It looks great. It sounds perfect(not the norm for independents). Look for this one soon.

I was lucky enough to catch this film's premier at the Tribeca Film Festival and was extremely impressed. The performances and directing were in perfect harmony with the writing. Nothing was overplayed or unbelievable which helped to keep the audience submerged in the film as we lived vicariously through the main character Travis (Stephen Daniels). The quirkiness of the characters were fascinating and real and relative which made it hysterical in it's plausibility This is the kind of film that you laugh with, at and IN because everyone has either met people like these or have been in similar situations. Thumbs up and good work to the filmmakers.

Saw "Late Watch" at the Tribeca film festival, and have to say it was the most entertaining independent movie I have seen in years. My girlfriend and I laughed uncontrollably at parts, and there were almost no dry moments. Characterizations were unique and nicely varied, with the large and talented cast handled perfectly. The most immediate comparison would be "Clerks," but "Late Watch" is much more professional in terms of cinematography, acting and pacing. Not sure how this will be distributed, but I recommend seeking it out. Perfect Saturday night viewing, and a great look at a part of working life that few people, I suspect, will ever encounter. Great film!

I recently viewed this film during the Tribeca Film Festival and I was pleasantly surprised. The film relies on a slew of quirky characters to keep the action moving and it does so with witty dry humor. I have a feeling that this is one of those few gems that get better each time you view it. The characters were so well defined and worked well on so many different levels.

The film centers around a writer named Travis who has just been hired as a security guard. It is all centered around his first day on the job and the odd characters he comes in contact with. Travis did a superb job as the straight man amongst all of the weird people around him.

Overall, the writing was hilarious, the directing was excellent and the acting superb. I was very happy that I had the opportunity to see this little gem of a film.

This film is fun, quirky, and slick. I couldn't believe it was an independent film. The quality of the print is exceptional. I missed New York when I saw it. Fluid Eye Films did a great job of moving us through the story while maintaining a commitment to characters. All of which are extremely off their rocks. I laughed alot and I was visually challenged as well. My only critical comment is that I wanted even more of the character's craziness. I very much appreciated the detail in location, character and plot. I can't wait to own it on DVD!