15 Days

The movie was weak at best. Acting wooden, dialog lacking substance, and the filming style bland. It looked like they didn't retake any shots, just did it once and hoped it would pass.

I understand what the director was trying to create, and there were some interesting ideas, but not enough to flesh out a whole movie. If the writers had gone on reddit, they probably could have found some stories of covid times that would have helped boost this movie with interesting and over the top things people had to do to get by.

This movie was a lot of fun. The story of a couple of roommates who work in the service industry trying to make ends meet during the lockdown went in a lot of unexpected directions that had me giggling during several scenes. It's always a real treat when jokes land in indie films. Lead actors started off a little bit slow, but as the movie started gaining momentum, their characterizations and acting got a lot better, and many of the characters were well portrayed. A great way to spend an evening if you're looking for a light-hearted romp. Kudos to writer Robert Simmons for an unexpectedly good time!

This felt like a soft core adult movie, not an honest attempt to convey struggles that service workers faced during the pandemic. If this were a story about two friends who made ends meet by utilizing their skill sets, it perhaps could have gone somewhere. There was nothing funny or thrilling about the situations that the two barely attractive main characters faced.

I'm not knocking the fact that this is a low budget endeavor- I often give leeway to such movies. I'm criticizing how stupid the script was and how no rational person would be entertained by it. The first few reviews on here probably were supplemented by Chat GPT.

"15 Days," written and directed by Robert James, is a heartfelt and inventive indie film that captures the spirit of resilience during one of the most challenging times in recent history. Set during the Covid-19 lockdowns, the story follows two best friends and coworkers at a bar and grill who turn to unconventional-and often hilarious-ways to make ends meet.

This film stands out for its authentic portrayal of economic struggle, creativity under pressure, and the unpredictable ways people adapt when everything is turned upside down. It's a comedy, yes, but one with depth and real-world relevance. It resonates especially if you've ever worked in the service industry or know someone who has.

What makes 15 Days particularly compelling is its fast-paced editing and unique tone, which keep you engaged from start to finish. The performances-ranging from professional actors to everyday people-bring a rawness and sincerity that's refreshing. Some of the delivery and tone evoke the charm of 1990s indie films, especially those by Hal Hartley, blending dry humor with thoughtful introspection.

This is not just a pandemic movie-it's a story about hustle, friendship, and the unexpected paths we take to survive. A great watch for fans of indie comedies and character-driven storytelling.

Needless to say that I had, of course, never even heard about this 2025 comedy titled "15 Days" prior to stumbling upon it by random chance. And with it being a movie that I had never seen, nor actually heard about, of course I opted to check out and see what writer and director Robert James had to offer.

The storyline in the movie was pretty straightforward. But for a comedy, I have to say that the narrative was rather devoid of comedy.

While I was not familiar with a single actress or actor on the cast list, it was actually something that spoke in favor of the movie. I do enjoy watching new and unfamiliar talents on the screen. The acting performances in "15 Days" were fair.

I suppose "15 Days" is watchable, provided you have nothing better at hand. But this is definitely not a movie that I would recommend you to go out of your way to get to watch. Nor is it a movie that will ever grace my screen a second time, as I struggled to finish it the first time around.

My rating of writer and director Robert James's 2025 movie "15 Days" lands on a three out of ten stars.