Let It Snow

This movie is the perfect example of what any romantic comedy today should possess. The first thing I look for in such a film is a character I can connect with, relate to, or fall in love with. I did all three with the main couple in this film. Kipp Marcus as James did a wonderful job creating a guy I could sympathize with, and see his point of view at the same time. I wanted so badly for him to get the girl, that when he reached his pathetic moments, I found myself saying, "Well, he's in love - I don't blame him." He grabbed me instantly, and his moments with Alice Dylan (Sarah) on-screen were great also. I think she did a great job and they had great chemistry together. Few romantic comedies can actually make me laugh; I've grown not even to expect laughs. This movie has disproved my theory that most romantic comedies are just dramas with some jokes thrown in for kicks. I actually found it hilarious; the energy Marcus put into playing his role, his facial expressions, body language - I was almost constantly smiling. Bernadette Peters was also a treat; she's been one of my favorites since The Jerk so I was glad to see her face again. I would have liked to see more interaction between James and his friend Mitch, just so I could fully appreciate their friendship. Overall, I'd give this movie a 9 out of 10, and I'd watch it again. Great job!

SNOW DAYS (a.k.a. LET IT SNOW) is an engaging independent film that focuses on the trials and tribulations of an aspiring cook who may--or may not--be in love with his childhood chum. Writer-producer Kipp Marcus stars as James Ellis, a young man with a problem: he wants to be happy. A snow day hits his sleepy town, so he and Sarah Milson (Alice Dylan, a dead ringer for actress Monica Keena), who are "only friends," spend a day together making snow angels and having snowball fights. Who knew that it'd be one very cherished childhood memory? The two move on from there, Sarah to college to study meteorology, James to the CIA--"Not that CIA...the Cooking Institute of America." After a Winterfest dance, the two share a kiss. Is it love? No, says Sarah, it was a "mistake." James agrees...but as narrator, he kindly lets us know that he is lying. James moves on to New York, for work as a waiter, while Sarah moves on to Oxford, James, of course, longing to be with Sarah. And when Sarah moves to New York...well, you get the idea.

Directed by Adam Marcus, whose only previous credit was the ninth installment of the FRIDAY THE 13TH film series (the one where Jason supposedly "goes to Hell"), and who must be Kipp's father, SNOW DAYS is a small film that takes a cliched situation (in film and in life) and flashes moments of wit. Title cards are shown throughout the film (one lists the total population of New Yorkers, along with the number of those in therapy; another simply says, "Spring sucks!"), and James's predicaments--suffering through cooking school, juggling three women at once, getting a job as a waiter for a catering company that (gulp!) does wedding receptions (the interview for the job itself is very funny)--make the film unique from most released today.

Look for Henry Simmons as James's friend Mitch and Miriam Shor as Sarah's psychotic college roommate Beth; both manage to steal some scenes in their respective roles. Alice Dylan is also wonderful in playing a teenage girl that matures into a successful businesswoman (when she tells James she works in ABC's marketing department, James quips, "You can market the weather?"), and Marcus, of course, displays a knack for playing a conflicted regular guy (Marcus must have enrolled in the Tom Hanks school of acting). Another scene-stealer is Bernadette Peters as James's mother Elise. A classic scene involves her analogy that James is like their orange Volvo, whose fate involved a trip to the junkyard...a car with some real potential. Isn't that life?

8/10. Predictable story but with good characterization, excellent editing, and some pretty good cinematography of New York. My favorite scene: James and psycho roomie Beth share a kiss. It's not a good one, so Beth says, "Okay, pretend I'm Sarah, I'll pretend you're Sam Shepard." The next kiss is passionate. Beth is aroused...James then pukes on her.

PS Look for the director as the "fascist French chef" at the CIA.

The movie is a terrific film which is very much unappreciated, and deserves more recognition. One day lying at home watching Foxtel (cable TV) this movie came on Showtime (Foxtel channel) and I saw the entire film. It was the last and only time I saw this film which is disappointing because I would love to see it again. The reason I really enjoyed this film was because I thought it was a smart comedy which makes you feel good at the end of the film. The film is a chick flick but in my opinion is still a great film, if you liked "how to lose a guy" and stuff I believe you would like this film and if you didn't i think you would also like this film. I suggest "Let it snow" for any one who likes a good movie to give this a watch!

You never know what to expect from unknown low budget movies with unknown actors. Sometimes huge surprises can appear when you're least expected. And sometimes you can discover talented actors and directors in such movies. That happened with Snow Days. I am not a fan of romantic comedies, i have never been, but there has been something with this one that makes me say Snow Days is one of the best romantic comedies ever. And if it would've had a better budget and publicity or if it would've been shown in theaters all across the world, the movie would've been a huge hit.

What's so different about this one? Well definitely not the story, classic and predictable. But what then? Well first the characters. Better built, more realistic and believeble. Then the way it is directed, the way the story is told, and especially the way it is edited (one of the best edited movies i've seen lately). Also the actors, especially the girl about whom i heard it's her first role in a film.

Good work everybody, I'm convinced y'all will become famous one day. Cause you got everything needed to do that.

Vote: 7.5 out of 10.

Snow Days is a funny, smart, sweet romantic comedy. All the actors excel -- Kip Marcus, Alice Dylan, and of course Ms. Bernadette Peters (who's still stunning 20 years after The Jerk), not to mention the many supporting faces. The script is charming; the directing is top notch. Great use of locations. New York hasn't looked this great since Woody Allen. The Marcus Brothers (Adam and Kipp)have made a fine film. Great work.