Peel

Didn't know what I was getting into when I threw this movie on but it deff. left a great impression. The story itself was interesting and in actuality could happen and similar stuff probably has happened to people. It was believable and the main actors and most of the others did a great job of making me believe this.

It is deff. a feel good movie and would recomend

7.3

What a shame almost no one on this planet saw this movie as of now. It didn't get a proper release, but it should have. Peel is a low-budget indie film with a bunch of heart and very good performances, and it doesn't try too hard to be emotional. Emile Hirsch is great in this.

Overall there was potential here for an even better story but it's worth seeing still and I definitely recommend it to anyone who likes a cute and fun flick with something to say. It's a good time.

Prepare to fall in love with Peel; the character and the movie. A beautiful story of innocence, simplicity, family and friendship, that melts your heart and leaves you wishing the movie did not end. The characters are incredibly relatable and real, as are the scenes and the dialogue.

A beautifully written, produced and directed piece with depth and solidity we all crave to see more of. Superb!

Thirtysomething Peel Munter (Emile Hirsch) lives at home alone with his sick mother. Twenty-five years ago, his father took his two older brothers and drove off. After his mother dies, he has to raise money for the mortgage. He rents a room to Roy (Jack Kesy) as he tries to find his brothers.

This sweet story could have been great. I think it's Emile Hirsch's low energy complete innocent performance. I don't know if I completely buy it. More importantly, I think it would work better as a twitchy recluse who isn't working at a 10 year old level. It would allow for more character growth over time. I don't think Peel is growing as much in this. He's more a magical figure who makes everybody better. That is still sweet.

Think "Being There" with a dose of "Napoleon Dynamite", this beautiful film is an homage to the human condition and our struggle to belong. The performances are nuanced and restrained while managing to deliver a powerful emotional punch. I was left with the undeniable feeling that we are all truly "enough"; that it is okay to come as we are. That we can be loved regardless of our idiosyncrasies and weaknesses. If you are open to its subtle messages and quiet, teachable moments you too will be astounded by its impact.