I'm Reed Fish (2006)
5/10
Mediocre, but worth it.
2 February 2011
Warning: Spoilers
I wouldn't say that this movie is amazing. I will admit my surprise when halfway through the movie the projector broke and I was informed that no, these characters were not legitimate- they were actors acting in a movie about a movie. Though the intention was to be creative with a little curve ball, I didn't like it. If the movie had started off on this foot, it would have been okay. Instead you get unpleasantly surprised and confused in the middle of the movie and you do not really get your answer until it's finishes. And whether or not that was the "intention," "style," and/or "creative approach," it should not have been so.

However, I did not let it take away from the movie. The movie was light hearted with left field problems that managed to not stress me out, which anxiety typically gets the best of me when things go wrong. I must say that the director/screenwriter did a good job of keeping audiences guessing who Reed Fish ends up with. He even keeps you fickle on who you even want Reed Fish to end up with. Which is beneficial when his decision occurs, because you fall for both Kate and Jill.

"I'm Reed Fish" was put together in a cute, simple style- like that of its characters, their personalities, and the town they live in. It could have been so much better than it was- the film had a lot of potential that just did not fall through. I recommend watching it regardless because it was worth the short time it took to watch it. Appreciate it for its story, simplicity, and cute moments. That is what makes "I'm Reed Fish" worthwhile.
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