IRL

This is a great movie that gives an honest look at how tough relationships are in the modern era. The struggle of the main character was super relatable--especially in 2020 when phone calls are all we have to connect. I love that this shows relationships are built on more than physical intimacy. Real relationships are built on deep conversations and mutual trust. Excellent work all around!

Do not be swayed by the reviews. Such a pointless and boring affair. Avoid

This just had to have been made on a very low budget, the hand held camera with one camera from start to finish tells you that. It could easily have been done with one long take.

I read the reviews before attempting to watch this and some seemed genuine enough, but please, this was crap from start to finish. Way too much super close camera work wrecked it for a start, who wants to see the pores of someones face when they are talking on the phone?

As you get into the movie it is easy to see why the main subject is single.

Give this a miss, not worth wasting 90 minutes of your time. 2 stars is being generous.

I wasn't sure what I was getting myself into when I threw it on but I was pleasantly surprised. The story flows so well. While the entire film is shot on the main character, Ian, you easily get lost in his world. You feel for him as he falls deeper in love with every phone call and text message he gets from Sophia, even though he has never met her. It's something many of us can relate to and it brings up the realness of our digital age. Our current way of engaging with each other may be through screens but the emotions are just as real. Totally recommend it.

Stumbled upon this one and absolutely loved it. Subverted my expectations, and went in directions I wasn't expecting. The dialogue kept me hooked, and as someone else here mentioned, it goes to show that you connect and fall in love with someone for their mind - not just for their looks. Recommended!