Directed by: Tyler SpindelWritten by: Chris Pappas, Kevin BarnettCast: David Spade, Lauren Lapkus, Nick Swardson Swift shot: Has David Spade found himself a new, sexy Chris Farley? Yes. Let's hope we see more of this pair together. When I saw "Happy Madison" I knew this was gonna be funny, and good, unlike Uncut Gems. Finally, a new comedy that really just doesn't … [Read more...] about The Wrong Missy
Heart of Gold
Directed by: Chris W. OrrWritten by: Steven BriggsCast: Steven Briggs, Lenny Schmidt [Disclaimer - I met Steven Briggs while working with VPF's Script Recon] Swift shot: Quick-paced, amusing take on watching the tables turn on a couple of hit men. Jax (Schmidt) is a haggard, seasoned hit man who finds himself facing down the sins of his past while burying his latest … [Read more...] about Heart of Gold
The Invisible Man
Written and Directed by: Leigh WhannellCast: Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Harriet Dyer, Aldis Hodge Swift shot: If you saw the trailer, you saw the movie. The Invisible Man was a convoluted mess of weak (and stupid) characters and probably the lamest script to come out of Blumhouse. Let's just get right into it. This was not a good movie, but I have to give … [Read more...] about The Invisible Man
Code 8
Directed by: Jeff ChanWritten by: Chris Pare, Jeff ChanCast: Robbie Amell, Stephen Amell, Kari Matchett, Kyla Kane Swift shot: It's basically Bright meets Sicario meets Heat. The filmmakers tried to inject a social message about illegal immigration, drugs, and sex trafficking in a cleverly hidden Sci-Fi heist film. But where they lost me was the premise. They would have you … [Read more...] about Code 8
The Great War
Written and Directed by: Steven LukeCast: Bates Wilder, Hiram A. Murray, Aaron Courteau Swift shot: Right off the bat, I have to confess that I co-wrote and produced the short film Tango Down which starred the incredibly talented Hiram Murray. I am supporting my friend and fellow Marine veteran here, because I know exactly how much of a bad ass he is. And, as I have stated … [Read more...] about The Great War