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When Jeff Tried to Save the World

  • 2018
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 33m
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5.7/10
713
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Candi Milo, Jim O'Heir, Jon Heder, Jimmy Seargeant, Shane Simmons, Wilbur DiTullio, Brendan Meyer, Steve Berg, Maya Erskine, Nico Aguilar, Sam Slater, Anna Konkle, Kendall Goldberg, Rachel Borgo, and Hannah Parrott in When Jeff Tried to Save the World (2018)
When the manager of an old-school bowling alley discovers the owner's plans to sell, saving Winky's World means pulling himself out of the gutter, too.
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When the manager of an old-school bowling alley discovers the owner's plans to sell, saving Winky's World means pulling himself out of the gutter, too.When the manager of an old-school bowling alley discovers the owner's plans to sell, saving Winky's World means pulling himself out of the gutter, too.When the manager of an old-school bowling alley discovers the owner's plans to sell, saving Winky's World means pulling himself out of the gutter, too.

  • Director
    • Kendall Goldberg
  • Writers
    • Rachel Borgo
    • Kendall Goldberg
  • Stars
    • Jon Heder
    • Brendan Meyer
    • Anna Konkle
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.7/10
    713
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Kendall Goldberg
    • Writers
      • Rachel Borgo
      • Kendall Goldberg
    • Stars
      • Jon Heder
      • Brendan Meyer
      • Anna Konkle
    • 17User reviews
    • 12Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Jon Heder
    Jon Heder
    • Jeff
    Brendan Meyer
    Brendan Meyer
    • Stanford
    Anna Konkle
    Anna Konkle
    • Lindy
    Maya Erskine
    Maya Erskine
    • Samantha
    Candi Milo
    Candi Milo
    • Sheila
    Steve Berg
    Steve Berg
    • Frank
    Robert Breuler
    Robert Breuler
    • El Diablo
    Jim O'Heir
    Jim O'Heir
    • Carl
    Richard Esteras
    Richard Esteras
    • Raul
    Roger Welp
    Roger Welp
    • Mike
    Keith Kupferer
    Keith Kupferer
    • Aaron
    J.C. Brooks
    • Self
    Nicky Excitement
    • Band Manager
    Owen Langlois
    • Young Boy
    Scott Carmel
    • Dad
    Rogue Tholen
    • Daughter
    Elizabeth Laidlaw
    Elizabeth Laidlaw
    • Jeff's Mom
    • (voice)
    Helen Clair Duffour
    • Nurse
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Kendall Goldberg
    • Writers
      • Rachel Borgo
      • Kendall Goldberg
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    9BigDogWoofWoof

    Great Indie For First Feature

    A simple, yet emotionally poignant, film about the people and places we choose to surround ourselves with. By following Jeff (Heder), director Goldberg allows the audience to feel the isolation of a single self while juxtaposing this with her conception of community and belonging. Goldberg's technical ability shines and truly elevates the story.
    3raynick

    like watching grass grow. My day was more exciting!

    This movie had no comedy or anything going on. Jon Heder has lost any spark that he once had..it was actually pretty sad to watch. I'm giving it 3 stars only because I've seen worse. Best advice I could give is just skip this one. If you do watch please give a review..I'm curious to see if anyone actually liked this movie.
    7cekadah

    Interesting film

    The story starts slowly but once you realize what's actually happening you'll enjoy the characters and plot !

    This is a look into a group of people who are facing that transition in life we all must face one day. The bowling alley was once a thriving community spot but now those days have past. And along with it the employees must face that nothing is forever. We see the results of that thought when the old man is found living in the bowling alley back room.

    It's a good look into common everyday people who won't change until something comes along to force change. Even Jeff realizes he doesn't need his medication!

    A thoughtful story!
    10shlatimer

    A great indie film!

    A sincere and beautifully crafted film. Joh Heder gives a layered, affecting performance. It's a small personal story that sneaks up on you with emotional oomph. I highly recommend it to lovers of indie film, bowling, or anyone who's ever had to struggle with change in their lives-- so, everyone.
    2paintimebaby

    boring not funny no story

    Wow, i kept waiting for some indy style humor or interesting story. The movie often shows signs that something exciting or fun will happen by showing some computerized effects, but movie leads to nowhere.

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    • Trivia
      The bowling alley used in this film is located in Lansing, Illinois and is called "Lan Oak Lanes."
    • Quotes

      [first lines]

      Jeff: [looking at his watch] Five, four, three, two, one...

      [door dings]

      Jeff: Good morning Sheila.

      Sheila: Oh, is it?

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    • Release date
      • December 7, 2018 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Cuando Jeff intentó salvar el mundo
    • Production companies
      • Bad Rack Entertainment
      • Burn Later Productions
      • Chicago Media Angels
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      • 1h 33m(93 min)
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