Ingenious
(2009)
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Ingenious
(2009)
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Dallas Roberts | ... |
Matt
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Jeremy Renner | ... | ||
Ayelet Zurer | ... |
Gina
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Marguerite Moreau | ... |
Cinda
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Amanda Anka | ... |
Louisa
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Richard Kind | ... |
Newkin
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Eddie Jemison | ... |
Bean
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Judith Scott | ... |
Rita
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Debby Rosenthal | ... |
Brenda
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Michael Kagan | ... |
Mort
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Rob Brownstein | ... |
Kent
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David Frederick White | ... |
Dave V.O. Talent
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Vince Grant | ... |
Randall
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François Chau | ... |
Mr. Chow
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Melissa Alejandra | ... |
Voice Talent
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Matt and Sam are life-long friends running a funky gift shop while trying to come up with the next genius idea. Matt's recent inventions haven't been all that inventive and Sam's salesman techniques are shaky at best. In need of money, they turn to Matt's girlfriend, Gina. Gina wants to help out but aware of Matt and Sam's gambling problems in the past, and concerned that they have come back, she no longer knows if she can trust him. Even Matt and Sam's friendship is put to the test when they hit rock bottom and try to get normal jobs, but all Matt needs is one bright idea and he might be able to right everything. Written by napierslogs
I saw this at a special showing at The Loft (one of the best independent theaters in the country) last month. While everyone in the theater had a special affinity with the film (it was shot entirely in Tucson and every street scene brought a gasp of familiarity from the audience), there was more to the buzz than just local pride. The story is believable and fun, and while some of the circumstances might have been exaggerated, the characters ring true and there is a wonderful spirit that flows through the entire production. It's the kind of film that doesn't seem to get made these days, and it sat in unedited limbo for quite a while waiting for financing to finish it up. I can see why, because the marketing will be tough since there is no obvious target audience. But when it shows up in wider spread distribution, go see it. It's an evening well spent.