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The Boys & Girls Guide to Getting Down

  • 2006
  • R
  • 1h 32m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
2.6K
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The Boys & Girls Guide to Getting Down (2006)
Comedy

Part documentary, part narrative, part instructional format, this film aims to teach young inexperienced youth about all things involved with "getting down", while also pointing out some of ... Read allPart documentary, part narrative, part instructional format, this film aims to teach young inexperienced youth about all things involved with "getting down", while also pointing out some of the pitfalls associated with the party lifestyle.Part documentary, part narrative, part instructional format, this film aims to teach young inexperienced youth about all things involved with "getting down", while also pointing out some of the pitfalls associated with the party lifestyle.

  • Director
    • Paul Sapiano
  • Writers
    • Paul Sapiano
    • Nik Venet
    • Greg Studley
  • Stars
    • Cricket Leigh
    • Kat Turner
    • John McGarr
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    2.6K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Paul Sapiano
    • Writers
      • Paul Sapiano
      • Nik Venet
      • Greg Studley
    • Stars
      • Cricket Leigh
      • Kat Turner
      • John McGarr
    • 17User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Cricket Leigh
    Cricket Leigh
    • Bernice
    Kat Turner
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    • Kate
    John McGarr
    John McGarr
    • Two Hotdog Bouncer
    Natalie Taylor
    • Sarah
    Dominique Purdy
    Dominique Purdy
    • Jonny
    Jack St.James
    Jack St.James
    • Orlando
    • (as Ben Ciaramello)
    Steve Monroe
    Steve Monroe
    • Bryce
    Michael FitzGibbon
    • Andy
    Leyla Milani
    Leyla Milani
    • Brittany
    Selena Fara
    • Tiffany
    Juan Pacheco
    Juan Pacheco
    • Tony
    Brendan McNamara
    Brendan McNamara
    • Calum
    Davin Anderson
    • Peter
    Justin Cotta
    • Eugene
    Richard Blair
    • Daniel
    Pete Chekvala
    • Robert
    Navia Nguyen
    Navia Nguyen
    • June
    C.C. Sheffield
    C.C. Sheffield
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    • Director
      • Paul Sapiano
    • Writers
      • Paul Sapiano
      • Nik Venet
      • Greg Studley
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    7k_mas

    Full of giggles.

    So far I haven't seen a movie like this. A movie that is funny and maintaining originality at the same time. Have you seen a movie like this? I don't think so.

    I watched this before I turned the ripe old age to legally drink and party, and let's just say that without this movie, I would definitely be the girl crying on the steps and I'm a guy.

    Despite the full frontal nudity of illicit drugs, it deserves a kudos because of its gonad kicking ability to society by showing the true fact that these things happen in life. The movie title itself is basically what the movie is all about, 'getting down'. It isn't meant to offend people, it isn't meant to encourage people. Its soul purpose (in my opinion) is to say "Don't turn the blind eye because this s*** goes down at parties".

    I wouldn't go to far to say that this is the way of life. I'm just trying to say that this movie does capture that wild side and puts it on the big screen and shows you angels what it's like on the other side.
    10larimie

    The Boys and Girls Guide to Getting Down Rocks!

    If you haven't seen "The Boys and Girls Guide to Getting Down", you must check it out when it comes out in theaters!! This independent movie is hysterical and innovative. It's writing is fantastic. It was written and directed by Paul Sapiano.

    Definitely a breath of fresh air at the movies, especially when it comes to comedies. The movie is a satire on Los Angeles nightlife and the hipsters in Cahuenga scene. Its ensemble cast is stellar, they create memorable characters that take you through the "dos" and "don'ts" of partying in LA. The movie is set up into chapters and like a guide is supported by some killer graphics. There are also a group of scientist that help us understand the scientific side of "getting down", why things really work the way they do.

    If you like to party and want to learn from the best... how to get free drinks, get into clubs, buy drugs, get laid, then this is the flick for you! Have some beers and smoke and go enjoy this movie with friends! It will be in theaters March 23!
    9uberlefty

    My favorite "Documentary"

    This is a very unique film. It never takes itself too seriously yet it does divulge some honest and true information all the way through. It is filled with great humor and some mediocre acting, but overall, a very enjoyable movie. It starts rough, but once it gets to the first voice over after the first set of characters are introduced, it never stops being informafunny. You might learn a thing or two, or just laugh, either way, it should be enjoyable.
    8thesar-2

    Go & Get Down

    Disclosure: I don't use drugs (Okay, fine, alcohol/cigarettes, but specifically referring to the pot/cocaine in the film) and after watching 'The Boys and Girls Guide to Getting Down,' I'm curious to see if this is just a comedic guide to using, or what actually occurs. And curious enough only to learn about the latter. Having less exposure to the (fill in the blank) guide shorts of decades past, and more on the guides examined/ridiculed on 'MST3k,' I thought this movie was hilarious. I loved the fact it didn't do a straight up remake of the guide films, but it showed one long night of partying and how to conduct yourself. Sort of a spoof off of one of my favorite films, 'Go,' 'Boys and Girls' explored everything from getting to the hot/not spots, what to do when partying, uh, getting down, and how to make your exit. Years past since I hit these types of scenes/clubs, and since I never was a user, I was so oblivious to drug usage, someone could've been doing a line in front of me, and I would've probably asked them why they just didn't put their sugar in their tea instead of their nose. So, it just leads me to wonder… how much of the movie is true. (Yes, I am stating my – happily – ignorance.) Either way, it's a hilarious effort, original and hopefully, most people won't be taking it seriously enough to use this as their 'guide.'
    10kbfisher

    fantastic and fun.

    Overall, fantastic!

    A warning: if you don't live in LA - you might not get it. Those that have given descriptions that say this is a fictional portrayal of stereotypic characters haven't partied in LA and haven't experienced how true and hilarious this movie really is.

    B&G's guide is a portrayal of hipster party life in Los Angeles. It's story is told like a "how to" manual for the various scenarios that scenesters find themselves in. Its well shot, and I thought that the director, Paul Sapiano, did an excellent job. I love that one of the main characters brought an old mobile to one of the parties in silver lake, and made it a fashion statement. Its too bad that this movie was not released in more theaters. As far as I know, there was only one showing thus far in LA at the Chinese Mann theater in Hollywood. I hope to see it released, and more accessible in the future.

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      Lisa Catara's debut.
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      References Godspell (1973)
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      Bank Job
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    • Release date
      • March 23, 2007 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Getting Down in Hollywood
    • Filming locations
      • Beauty Bar - 1638 North Cahuenga Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Concrete Images
      • Big Primpin Productions
      • Boys and Girls Guide
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      • $2,100,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 32m(92 min)
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