A Moment with You

As far as the movie goes it's your basic sappy romantic movie, but I must say it was saved by the brilliant performance given by Casey Hoffman. Hoffman had a way of making his character come to life that was reminiscent of an old Humphrey Bogart film. Everything from the way he eats a bowl of cereal to the sly grin he wears while he's macking on the ladies works to shed light on an already complex character. When one gives Hoffman's performance the true attention it deserves, one realizes that every movement, every single facial tick, is working on the viewer, even on a subconscious level, to make sure that they understand the depths of Dustin. The other reviewer said he didn't expect any Oscar nods from this low budget piece, and if this is true then it only speaks to the stupidity and ignorance of today's academy. I look forward to seeing Hoffman's next film, I read a rumor in Variety about some picture he's in pre-production on with a working title of "The Rapture." I for one, cannot wait.

This movie leaves you wanting more. Sure it was a bit slow at times, but the scenes, passions, feelings, stick with you because you can relate. The soundtrack is excellent and very compatible with the movie... almost a nostalgic feeling to listen to the soundtrack now. With cute scenes and a very tangible storyline, this is a story and movie for the hopeful romantics. When asked what messages were trying to be conveyed, Wong Fu replied, "Anything can happen, chin up. - and Don't let opportunities pass you up." Both very apparent themes throughout the film. This was Wong Fu's first film, and made only on a $2000 budget (and in 8 months- from idea to DVD).

We need more films like this. Who doesn't enjoy an underdog love story.

This is one of the few independent movies I've seen over the years that I'm actually willing to buy. It's yet another proof that you don't need a lot of money to make great movies. The creators of the movie obviously have put a lot of passion and real feelings into the movie to create something that's quite so honest and touching. It really speaks to young adults who are at a tender age that's full of love but easy to get hurt. It's a quiet movie, but not lacking in light hearted moments and energy of a young crew. I went to the Chicago screening of the movie, and it was very well worth the long drive and dead winter cold to see the movie. I enjoyed every second of the movie during the screening and wished that the dream like experience never ended.

A Moment With You is an ambitious project by a group of well passioned and insightful individuals.

This movie is not just another love story. It takes the every day love story we see in real life and takes it to another level. They are able to present the pursuit of self acceptance and love in a way very few people try to take on.

The pursuit is dialogued in the conversations between the characters in the movie. All thoughts and feelings are expressed verbally. If any of us have ever been in a relationship you will recognize yourself in at least one of the characters. The conversations they have with one another are often conversations we have with ourselves in our own minds and never have the courage to express in open.

This movie removes all those barriers and allows us to see what could possibly happen if all those things we are thinking are actually said. It takes a bold step to illustrate what is going on in all of our minds.

Written, directed and produced by three UCSD college grads for a budget of just under $2000, this is quite good. Explores the relationships of 2 neighbors and their trials and tribulations in love. It's kinda mushy but it definitely has its moments. Definitely great for a first film by anybody.

The acting is pretty good though don't expect any Oscar performances from this uber-low-budget endeavor. I thought the cinematography was extremely well done with good transitions and angles throughout, though the sound didn't match up with it at certain points throughout the film.

Congrats to Wong Fu and good luck to them in their future projects.