Switchboard

I had the extreme pleasure of seeing this new film, Switchboard, from acclaimed Director Ambika Leigh. Having no expectation, other than curiosity from the buzz that Switchboard has around town, I really thought I would be sitting through 17 minutes of disconnected dialogue and crappy visual imagery. Boy was I ever wrong. The buzz held true. This film, also written by Ambika Leigh, delivered in all areas of what makes a film watchable and great.

Her casting was brilliant. The lead character, Kevin Scott Allen, is one of those actors that Hollywood needs to notice. A natural and believable performance with subtle nuances that cannot be trained into an actor but can only come from instincts gleaned from years of performance and character portrayal. He has honed his skills to a razor sharp edge allowing his acting to cut deep into ones emotion. The rest of the cast is a mix of highly trained thespians to first time background performers. Ambika hand picked each and gave dialogue that carries the story from the streets of LA to the whimsical labs of fancy reminiscent of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory.

As this film makes its way around the big screens of the country be sure to take a moment to see it. Tell your friends and prepare yourself for what is fast becoming another awesome film by Ambika Leigh.

This is the type of film that a specific review of the storyline could ruin the fun for the viewers. This is why I only give you the details needed to understand what can be expected. Enjoy the ride.

Ambika Leigh's 'Switchboard' is a thoughtful, subtle tale of redemption. Writing, pacing, and acting are all perfect; very well done. Ms. Leigh is a force of nature: director, editor, producer, and writer. She consistently demonstrates great affection for her characters, and this shines through in the script and performances.

Switchboard is by far one of the most engaging, fun, films I have encountered in a very long time! From beginning to end, it is chock full of amazing actors, fun and interesting story lines, and a feel good in your heart the whole way through that is seriously lacking in most other features today!

Ambika Leigh really shows her creative chops, and I believe her to be fast on her way to become one of Hollywood's premier Independent filmmakers of this generation. She chose an impeccable cast with some serious acting chops, and Switchboard was not only told through the plot, but carried with the expressions of the thespians, and a great range of human emotions to boot!

Don't miss this movie! It will leave you with that hard to find, rare feeling of tingling from the top of your head to the tip of your toes! Bravo Ambika Leigh!!