The 4:30 Movie

The disappointment continues. Kevin Smith's low budget movies prove he's become so insecure that he's rather put out low value trash that his fan base guarantees to make profitable, instead of taking the kind of big swing that made him famous. If Kevin were the person he professes to be, he would have directed a DC or Marvel motion picture. He tells fans that special effects are a skill he doesn't possess, but there are plenty of directors with limited to no experience doing quality projects with CGI. After cop out tanked, it was clear Kevin didn't want his name attached to any financial loss. For this film, Kevin tried to recreate an episode of Smodcast where Emo Kev rides his bike recording thoughts about life. Unfortunately, it's all wrapped up in a foul mouthed, pop cultured mess that sexualizes teens. Let's be honest, life is X rated, but when you tell a story about high school sophomore's, you are not going to get a PG rating with illicit sex talk and acts. I was also having a real hard time with one of the main characters, he was playing 16 and looked 30, upon looking him up, it appears I was not far off. At first look, I thought he was an uncle or much older brother, he certainly didn't look the same age as his co-stars. Someone close to Kevin needs to help him get back on track. His movies miss Scott Mosier and the vulgarity, need to be replaced with better story and writing.

In a world full of action packed CGI extravaganzas or over the top ideas, it was refreshing to have a film that is just about a group of characters that live in a slightly mundane and average world. And characters I actually care about. I thought the romantically involved leads were great. The friendship between the three fellas felt authentic as well. And felt the cameos were fun, especially Justin Long. The music is good and was a great addition to the 80's vibe of the film for. Smith better not turn on this like he did Jersey Girl for any hate it may get. It's not everyone's type of flick for sure but I'm sure it has its audience. I loved it.