The Evolution of Andrew Andrews

I like broad comedy, but more than that I like talent (no matter the genre). Not sure what I'm more impressed with-that they did a movie for 40K (according to budget on IMDb) or that it was a broad slapstick comedy, a rom-com, and a coming-of-age all wrapped up in one.

I didn't like the main character at first until I realized what a bubble came out of (and how ridiculous he actually was) and how he slowly developed into an actual real human being after interacting with someone other than a weird-looking E. T. doll. Overall, I legit belly-laughed at least 5 times. I don't like to drop spoilers so I won't list the moments. Plus everyone's taste is different.

You start off with this "kid" who has probably never even put his own ketchup on his burger and go from there to "adulthood" in the most absurd, ridiculous manner, all while being guided by a saint (a great actress that I've never seen in anything else).

What drove me to this movie was the lead actor Will Klipstine from another film. His acting in this movie is completely opposite. Good range.

This is a movie that no one will ever see. But should! For 40K it deserves a 100 out of 10. Highly recommend if you like absurd comedy and/or broad physical comedy and/or juvenile romance.

I was fortunate enough to catch an earlier screening of this charming little gem at a film festival. Undoubtedly a labor of love – since both the male and female main characters wrote, produced, directed and acted in the film as well as everything else (hey, did they make their own costumes and sets too? Probably!! The talent is obviously there!) – it is the love shining through the laughter than keeps the film moving. The humor is broadly drawn and some of the subplot probably makes more sense to those familiar with the oddities of film making in Hollywood. But even without insider knowledge, this is a funny movie. The absurd coming of age storyline of Andrew is knee-jerk hilarious and showcases the range and versatility of a gifted comedic actor willing to literally do anything to get his point across. Andrew - the little boy in a man's body - embodies all the innocence, wonderment and also all the irritating questioning of your average 4-year-old. His unlikely love interest, Olivia, grounds the film quietly and securely, delivering a luminous nuanced performance. Olivia's character connects with practically any woman who understands that love sometimes means holding the kite string of reality while her man bounces around in the air like a helium-filled balloon. In one pivotal scene, where Olivia is trying to decide whether to listen to her head or her heart, you can literally see the wheels whirring in the depths of those big expressive eyes as she contemplates …"Is this guy worth it?" Fortunately for Andrew – and for the audience – the answer is a resounding "Yes!" See this movie. You will laugh. You will gasp. You will grin. You will feel your heart flutter. You will find yourself remembering certain comedic bits long afterward. And you will certainly not regret it.

The Evolution of Andrew Andrews is by all definitions an "indie" movie. It doesn't have special effects or big names. But it has a fresh voice and a unique vision. The movie was written and produced by the stars and is quite obviously a labor of love. And a labor of laughs. On the surface it reads like a goofy comedy a la Adam Sandler. Yes, there are some gross out moments and plenty of belly laughs. And the lead character of Andrew can give Billy Madison a run for his money. But as the movie goes on you realize the heart that underlies the comedic tone. The two leads have great chemistry and it is easy to get invested in their budding love story. It is a movie for all ages and one that is sure to put a smile on any face.

I don't usually write reviews, but had to force myself to do it since all the reviews i see here are apparently written by film crew, otherwise can't believe that any sane person that is over 3 years would give this film any praise. There are so many terrible things i can say about this terrible waste of my time that i don't know where to start, actors are not really actors, it is like a bunch of kids who couldn't get into porn because of their bad acting, that's how their acting was, there is much better acting on youtube videos made by 13 year olds. the story is even worse than the acting, you can tell those people who made this film and wrote it are all some people who failed to make it in Hollywood and that what's going on in studios and casting rooms is all what their lives evolve around and their brains can think of. camera work, directing, etc..all sucks, and the still worst of all is when they are trying to be funny, you better have a bucket nearby in case you throw up.

It's so obvious that this film is a labor of love. The two leads wrote, directed and produced this and that very well could be the explanation for the genuine spark and excitement that translates on screen. It's a hero story, from start to finish, with Andrew Andrews going through the typical, "You've been cut off!" scenario, to an a- typical response and storyline. There are some seriously funny moments in this film and I liked it that, in the midst of all of the comedy, there was a heartwarming love story and transformation of the main character. One of the final scenes with the main character working on the ranch is one of those beautiful, authentic moments of life somehow caught on film. Watch it!