My Brother Jack

I randomly watched this film the other day and was pleasantly surprised. Sometimes independent films can get a little messy but this one seemed to come together well. The writing was very good and I loved the plot twist. Most of the scenes look like they were shot in the actual city of New Haven, Connecticut. The directing was great but I would have liked to see better cinematography in the movie. For me, these can always make or break great indie movies. Although not bad, it wasn't the greatest and I feel like it hurt the film a little. Overall, I would recommend giving it a watch.

I really enjoyed My Brother Jack! The story was rich, intelligent, and emotionally gripping. I love when a film draws me in from the start and keeps me fully invested, and this one absolutely did. The performances were outstanding-Jon Thorndike and Malcolm Madera brought real depth to their roles and had a chemistry that made the characters' relationship feel authentic and heartbreaking. The score was subtle yet powerful, creating a tone that made every moment feel lived-in and real.

It's always refreshing to see a film like this-passionate, thoughtful, and not afraid to explore complex themes without relying on spectacle. Independent films like My Brother Jack remind me why I love cinema. You don't need a massive budget to make something meaningful. With the right direction, performances, and storytelling, this film proves just how impactful and memorable indie filmmaking can be. I'll definitely be following what comes next from this team.

My Brother Jack is an awesome film about the effects that a traumatic experience can have on people in different ways. It's so refreshing to see a film with such talent and intentionality in front of and behind the camera. In particular, I thought the writing and direction from Stephen Dest elevated the film greatly, and his New Haven roots added a level of realism that could not have been achieved by a director not familiar with the area. The juxtaposition of the way the two brothers have dealt with their tragedy is interesting and sets up a thrilling story. I would highly recommend this film to anyone!

I so happened to stumble upon this film and decided to give it a go. I was drawn in to the story through the characters fairly quickly...particularly the two brothers. I thought Jon Thorndike and Malcolm Madera created enough tension and a secrecy between them and I felt like I really wanted to see some emotional relief for them. Just an aside, I noticed the "Found Art" that was used in this film and waited for the credits to learn who was behind it. I saw that it was actually a local New Haven artist by the name of Silas Finch. I subsequently made it a to see and learn more about his work. Kudos for using local New Haven talent n a film that was beautifully shot in New Haven Connecticut. I also enjoyed the performance of Thomas Francis Murphy as Arthur Wood. I felt that there were just enough subtle cues to peak the interest of his character which eventually lead to the significant involvement in this story.

My wife and I really enjoyed My Brother Jack. It far exceeded my expectations, especially knowing the coffee-sized budget. Acting - especially Vincent, Alex, and Jack and really all the other actors was excellent. Story line was very engaging and filming so professional. There were so many wonderful shots and creative ways to connect the storyline and even the music seemed like a well thought out character in the storyline. We were so absorbed by your creation the entire time. Kudos to all your great creativity and energy. Keep it up and good luck with this and your future endeavors. We have always been supporters of independent film and having the opportunity to see this one, so early on, was a delight.