Contadora Is for Lovers

Some films touch you... Others molest you in your sleep. This film is definitely the latter. But no worries! For it is a true gem for fans of bad filmmaking! As I previously wrote in my review of "The Singing Forest", I thoroughly believe that Jorge Ameer is the shining light we have been searching for since the death of Ed Wood. Unparalleled narcissism + the uncanny ability to light a film so that the subjects have not one, not two, but often THREE shadows + and an absolutely tin ear for dialogue = TOTAL WIN (for fans of bad film).

Looking for a good film? RUN FOR THE HILLS! DON'T LOOK BACK, FOR THE LOVE OF GOD, DON'T LOOK BACK! Looking for a bad filmmaker to fill the gap when Uwe Boll is challenging critics to boxing matches? Jorge Ameer is your man! P.S. I "specially" loved the contrasting blue and orange lighting in nearly every frame.

Definitely enjoyed this film! So many twists involved - makes you want to be in the film and join the cast! Vincent's performance felt real and refreshing. What a beautiful man - inside and out! Shows that he cares about his work and the same time one can see that he truly enjoys acting. Definitely picked the right man for the part! I can relate to this film as I had similar experiences. We all have these bisexual tendencies and or had caught up with it it one time in our life, right? I liked how the film gave historical facts about Contadora - definitely gave a light to the name of the film. Thanks for the entire cast, especially Vincent's performance for keeping my afternoon entertained! Is there a part two coming soon?

Definitely entertaining and worth watching. The acting was on the lean side, but all in all, the film did have its moments. Unlike many of the reviews I've read here, I'm in no way related to the director, but I did like this film. I did not even know there was a place called Contadora, much less it be an island off the coast of Panama. I found the storyline to be original, fresh and well developed. This story retold with a large budget and stars would make a terrific remake. I did like the scenery, locales and dialogue. The DVD extras include a special of the filmmakers next project "House of Adam". It looked interesting and will look out for it when it's released.

Contadora Is For Lovers is the second Jorge Ameer movie I've seen. I think Mr. Ameer handles his subject matter with honesty and sensitivity. To be sure, Contadora Is For Lovers has some rough camera work and dialog that would benefit from reworking, but his ability to tell a story is refreshing when compared to the canned big budget product offered by the larger studios. On the night I watched Contadora Is For Lovers I also watched Perfect Stranger which for all the millions that went into it and the "acting talents" of its' stars was ridiculous. I preferred Mr. Ameers' movie. I am looking forward to seeing his next film The House Of Adam which appears to have had more of a budget for him to work with. I have become intrigued with this young film maker and I expect that he has bigger and better films in his future. Contadora Is For Lovers is well worth watching even if you are not a student of film. It is a testimony to what can be done with little more than talent and a desire to make movies.

Rather enjoyed "Contadora is for Lovers". The cast worked very well together!! It had the feeling of "Blue Lagoon" and "Summer Lovers". The film worked for me. I felt for each one of the characters. I would have like to have seen more of Gabriel, Mike, and Helen partying on the island. I think that they are a fun bunch. The island and the place they stayed looked really nice... Is that a real hotel??? Overall it was a moving story. Very good performances by the actors. It was visually enjoyable to watch!!! Also Gabriel's boss was very concerned about him. She portrayed her character with great sincerity!! She was like a mentor and friend that help him with his decisions. I enjoyed her performance!!! Overall a great movie!!