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This Wretched Life

  • 2010
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
7.7/10
74
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This Wretched Life (2010)
Dark ComedyComedyDrama

Awakening from a near fatal overdose, Chris embraces a second chance at life. Required to enroll into a 12-Step Program, and mandated to state psychiatrist appointments, Chris is forced to r... Read allAwakening from a near fatal overdose, Chris embraces a second chance at life. Required to enroll into a 12-Step Program, and mandated to state psychiatrist appointments, Chris is forced to revisit his chaotic past; a history that revolves around his friend Ande and her autistic b... Read allAwakening from a near fatal overdose, Chris embraces a second chance at life. Required to enroll into a 12-Step Program, and mandated to state psychiatrist appointments, Chris is forced to revisit his chaotic past; a history that revolves around his friend Ande and her autistic brother Frankie. Follow Chris as his past and present converge revealing a deranged cocktai... Read all

  • Director
    • Frankie J. Mosca
  • Writers
    • Frankie J. Mosca
    • Sal DeLucia
    • Ande Cira
  • Stars
    • Daniel Ball
    • Ande Cira
    • Michael Callahan
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.7/10
    74
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Frankie J. Mosca
    • Writers
      • Frankie J. Mosca
      • Sal DeLucia
      • Ande Cira
    • Stars
      • Daniel Ball
      • Ande Cira
      • Michael Callahan
    • 16User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Daniel Ball
    • Chris
    Ande Cira
    • Ande
    Michael Callahan
    Michael Callahan
    • Brad
    • (as Michael Callahan Jr.)
    Frankie J. Mosca
    • Frankie
    Christopher Pleckaitis
    • Ken
    Brian Calek
    • Roger
    Carol Wei
    • Gwyneth
    Chris Johnson
    • Nathan
    Sal DeLucia
    Sal DeLucia
    • Chip
    Sarah Caliendo
    • Sarah
    Carole Schweid
    • Marie
    Chauna Mae
    • Dr. Lacy
    • (as Chauna Kanter)
    Marc Proto
    • Crazy J
    Brian Olivieri
    • Stanley
    James Walsh
    • Mr. Head
    Jodie Garinger
    • Natalie
    Jeff Bailey
    • Charles
    Brian Meyer
    • Lynchster
    • Director
      • Frankie J. Mosca
    • Writers
      • Frankie J. Mosca
      • Sal DeLucia
      • Ande Cira
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    User reviews16

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    10barbicor

    Finally! A Movie That Truly Tells It Like It Is For So Many People Out There.

    Talk about being blunt. LOL. This Wretched Life wastes no time in just telling it like it is for so many people out there these days. The movie is a perfect example of how times have changed and a chilling representation of the coming generations. At the same time, this movie manages to keep you laughing and enthralled with its marvelous storyline. I have watched the movie 4 times, and it seems like every time I watch it I catch yet another classic one-liner. The character of Ande was absolutely amazing, and I also feel that the characters of Frankie, Chris and the hilarious neighbor were very well played. I have been searching online in regards to purchasing whatever songs from the soundtrack that I can find, but a lot of them are just impossible to track down. I too wish they would release a full soundtrack to this movie, because it's great! Again, I just have to mention the story here, because it is super original and completely blew my mind. So if you are looking for a great movie off the beaten path of your typical Hollywood film, pick up a copy of this movie. You will be talking about it for a long time after.
    10ctfiremanb

    As Real As They Come

    What a mind blowing movie this is! The more I watched, the more I wanted to see, and the more I couldn't believe that someone finally made a movie like this. Great job director Frankie Mosca. It's not every day that a movie tells it like it is, and I'm sure it's not going to be easy to watch for some. The two strongest points "This Wretched Life" has to offer are the story\script and the acting. The story is as original as can be, and many of the actors are absolutely top notch. I'm sure there is much more to come from Frankie Mosca and a good amount of the cast here. What is Frankie's next movie? The editing and music are also very standout in this film; another user asked for a soundtrack, and I second that! In A Crowded Room; Amazing! Benjamin Chan; Amazing! Index Case; Amazing! Half Hazard, Ptates, Max Martin Amazing! With all that being said, find a copy of this somehow, and see it for yourself. I promise that you will relate to something in this movie big time. I watched it three times already!
    10adinazimm

    I Love This Movie!

    I LOVE THIS MOVIE! My friends and I laughed hysterically at times, and cried at others. We cannot stop talking about it. I just have to mention the story. What an original story this is. The plot is full of twists, leaving you not knowing what to expect, however it all comes together perfectly in the end. The dialogue is strong at times (super realistic), but it adds to the nutty drama surrounding some of the characters. There are more one liners here than the best of any stand up act. I would also like to point out some of the outstanding performances in this film... Dan Ball (Chris), Ande Cira (Ande), Frankie J. Mosca (Frankie), Chris Johnson (Nathan), Marc Proto (Crazy J.) & Sal Delucia (Chip); just fantastic acting here. The music (as others have mentioned) is in fact VERY awesome; WHO IS THIS "IN A CROWDED ROOM"? I want their CD! Hands-down, this movie deserves to become a cult classic. It is far too realistic to ever go mainstream, but I hope to see it do very very well independently. If you are looking to watch a great movie that will leave you talking and thinking, see this movie!
    10chaunamae

    shocking!

    Frank Mosca hits the spot with his movie This Wretched Life... taking him over 8 years to finish, he takes his time making sure the plot is given what it deserves to ensure an amazing delivery. You want real? No more of the Hollywood view, you have to watch This Wretched Life. Excellent movie, real to life, and will take you down roads that you haven't yet traveled. This movie should be viewed from all, it is true to life, and it is Excellent!!! My only hope is that it hits the indie festivals so that people yearning for a real movie, one that is true to life can be seen... not your typical run of the mill film, it spins and turns in many directions, you feel for the lead actor, want to see him succeed, yet.. you walk down his path of trying to figure his life out. Watch it, you will be very glad you did.
    10Jarrod67

    The Struggles of Life

    "This Wretched Life" is a great dramatic movie. The overall tone of this movie is serious. But there are enough humorous moments to lighten the mood. Stanley and Ken are just two of the characters who provide some humor to a serious story line. Ande and Chris are the two main characters. Their struggles with life are portrayed in a memorable fashion. They are characters who the viewer will want to watch and follow. And sometimes their lives turn out well. The story and script are both interesting and original. The casting is well done. Frank Mosca does a fine job as writer, director and actor. Another standout actor is Michael Callahan as Ande's friend Brad. In summary, this movie succeeds in being a compelling drama worth watching.

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      The movie was made over the course of 8 years with some of the same actors.
    • Quotes

      Chris: Yeah my f**kin' mother. That c**t doesn't give a s**t about me. She wouldn't give me anything if she had it. And that's all there is to it. I'm f**ked!

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      Composed by Ben Chan

      Published by Squeaky Kirin Music (BMI)

      Courtesy of New Music Unlimited

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    • Release date
      • July 28, 2010 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Milford, Connecticut, USA
    • Production company
      • Escape Route Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
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