Najee Wilson was an American hero, and her performance in this phenomenal film is nothing short of breathtaking. She's not the only standout, however. Joei DeCarlo absolutely shines in her role as a mustachioed tween turned private eye. Alanna Palombo is equally as mesmerizing in her role as the uproarious Alanna Wannabe. And the talent doesn't stop there, it also extends behind the camera! Writer/director Stewart Raffill shows true promise as he deftly navigates between scenes of immense laughter, edge-of-your-seat tension, and bittersweet family drama. In a truly iconic scene, Brittany (Kayla Jackson) gives away her hard earned money to a homeless man named Larry, and his gratitude is both uplifting and heartbreaking. It was in this moment that I realized what the film was. At its core, Standing Ovation is the money, and we are the homeless Larry. This film is a gift to all of mankind, and we should be grateful for its existence. RIP Najee Wilson, you will always live on through this film. Also, a naked old man takes a bath which is a pretty good scene.
Review of Standing Ovation
