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California Solo

  • 2012
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 34m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
1.2K
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California Solo (2012)
A former Britpop rocker who now works on a farm gets caught driving drunk and faces deportation after living in Los Angeles for many years. His efforts to stay in the U.S. force him to confront the past and current demons in his life.
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A former Britpop rocker who now works on a farm gets caught driving drunk and faces deportation after living in Los Angeles for many years. His efforts to stay in the U.S. force him to confr... Read allA former Britpop rocker who now works on a farm gets caught driving drunk and faces deportation after living in Los Angeles for many years. His efforts to stay in the U.S. force him to confront the past and current demons in his life.A former Britpop rocker who now works on a farm gets caught driving drunk and faces deportation after living in Los Angeles for many years. His efforts to stay in the U.S. force him to confront the past and current demons in his life.

  • Director
    • Marshall Lewy
  • Writer
    • Marshall Lewy
  • Stars
    • Robert Carlyle
    • Alexia Rasmussen
    • Kathleen Wilhoite
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    1.2K
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    • Director
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Writer
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Stars
      • Robert Carlyle
      • Alexia Rasmussen
      • Kathleen Wilhoite
    • 14User reviews
    • 33Critic reviews
    • 62Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 wins & 5 nominations total

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    Robert Carlyle
    Robert Carlyle
    • Lachlan MacAldonich
    Alexia Rasmussen
    Alexia Rasmussen
    • Beau
    Kathleen Wilhoite
    Kathleen Wilhoite
    • Catherine
    A Martinez
    A Martinez
    • Warren
    Danny Masterson
    Danny Masterson
    • Paul
    William Russ
    William Russ
    • Rusty
    Patrick Gallagher
    Patrick Gallagher
    • Ice Officer
    Michael Des Barres
    Michael Des Barres
    • Wendell
    Anna Khaja
    Anna Khaja
    • Anna
    Brad Greenquist
    Brad Greenquist
    • Piper
    Niko Nicotera
    Niko Nicotera
    • Nick
    Hal Landon Jr.
    Hal Landon Jr.
    • Farmer
    Ella Joyce
    Ella Joyce
    • Carol
    Robert Cicchini
    Robert Cicchini
    • Domenico
    Ping Wu
    Ping Wu
    • Judge
    Wiley M. Pickett
    Wiley M. Pickett
    • Deputy
    Brittany Barbieri
    Brittany Barbieri
    • Farmers Market Patron
    • (as a different name)
    Brian Chenoweth
    • Bartender
    • Director
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Writer
      • Marshall Lewy
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    User reviews14

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    10js-306-621513

    brilliant

    I have seen only a few films that have truly great acting. The film has a great story and to me seems very realistic. Robert Carlyle is a great choice for a lead in this movie, having seen him not show his truly great acting skills in films for the last few years it's nice seeing him back on the silver screen. I think this role of an older British rocker fits his skills perfectly.

    I think this film has great potential to go down as a classic and will appeal more to the older generation of 40+, but this not to say that younger people won't enjoy it either.

    To me Robert Carlyle gives a performable that shows to sides of a personalty that is plagued by demons.
    8freeflyingmom

    Great actor

    Everything I've seen this man in, his acting is superb! He gives every movie his all and it shows! Relevant story line for what's going on now.
    7SnoopyStyle

    Robert Carlyle is great

    Former British rock guitarist Lachlan MacAldonich (Robert Carlyle) gets a DUI one night. He's an agricultural worker and sells at a farmer's market. Little does he realize that the DUI could lead to his deportation. He is forced to confront difficult past mistakes.

    Robert Carlyle is an amazing actor, and he's able to give this character enough depth. He's a damaged individual who can't face up to his past. It's a heavy task to give such an individual more dimensions. And the story doesn't allow him to ease into a happy Hollywood transformation. His first meeting with his daughter is absolutely electric. This is a first class showcase of why he's an amazing actor.
    7hennyxu

    California Solo

    In three words: A character study.

    When I saw this movie I didn't had any expectations. If you like explosions, sfx, big plot lines or adventure then this isn't your cup of tea. However, this doesn't mean that this movie is bad. Personally, I think this movie is a welcome change compared to the amount of Hollywood blockbusters that are coming out every month. What I really liked about this movie is the fact that it takes its time, allowing the viewer to think and share the moments of the main character, good and bad.

    The focus is on the main character Lachlan MacAldonich, a former Scottish rock band member who immigrated to America because of problems in the past. After living in America for many years, he gets caught drunk driving resulting in deportation. From this point on we follow Lachlan through his struggles caused by the pressure of the present and his burden of the past.

    The movie is a character study with a slow pace, so please keep an open mind when watching it. California Solo focuses on the character Lachlan MacAldonich portrayed by Robert Carlyle, who gives a great performance. The supporting cast is reasonable and helps to create the right atmosphere and story progression. However, the movie has its flaws namely, that it is very slow and personally I think certain character interactions didn't work very well.

    In the end I give California Solo a 7, because it was a reasonable movie with good acting, emotional content, and a deep submersion of the surroundings.

    Recommendation: Watch this movie around 6pm during a sunny day, because the light and timing adds to the atmosphere of the movie.
    m1965

    The World Needs More Movies Like This!

    Why can't all movies be like this? I guess if they were, nothing would be special.

    California solo is all about great writing, acting and direction. It is truly special.

    No gimmicks, slick Hollywood tricks - just great dialog, direction and acting.

    If you're a musician, you'll love this movie. If you're HUMAN you'll love this movie!

    Highly recommended.

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      California Solo
      Music and Lyrics by Adam Franklin

      Performed by Adam Franklin and Robert Carlyle

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    • Release date
      • September 4, 2012 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Каліфорнійське соло
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Cherry Sky Films
      • A Harp Productions
      • Syncopated Films
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    • Budget
      • $200,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $15,433
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $3,412
      • Dec 2, 2012
    • Gross worldwide
      • $15,433
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 34 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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