I didn't want to read any reviews before watching the movie so it would not spoil the story. I just saw the scores that were mixed, so I was wondering which side I would be on. And I have to admit I did enjoy the movie. It was quirky, sometimes a little provocative, but I had a couple good laughs. And I am absolutely not a fan of Adam Scott. I don't know why, there is just something that bugs me about him. But in this movie he was okay, not great, just okay. Jason Schwartzman though he makes me laugh. It's not a movie that will make you laugh all the time, but there are some situations that definitely will give you a smile on your face. I can get that some people won't like it, because nobody has the same sense of humor. But for me it was worth a watch.
48 Reviews
A little sincerity pierces through this oddball mumblecore comedy.
Sergeant_Tibbs15 September 2015
Short and sweet, Patrick Brice's foursome mumblecore The Overnight is disguised as a more accessible comedy, headlined by Adam Scott and Jason Schwartzman along with Taylor Schilling. Thriving on awkward humour at the expense of new age lifestyles and anxieties, it treads a fine line of endearingly goofy, unexpectedly incisive and plain weird. However, in its brief runtime, it spends sequences on the mundane, highlighting a couple relatable aspects such as Scott's believable inability to make real friends. Its theme of sexual desires outside of monogamy brings to light a harsh truth that many would quietly acknowledge and it's sparked by the idea of that freedom, though it's an energy that's swiftly interrupted. It's not very visually inspired, including two very dangly and infamous props, but Taylor Schilling is a bright spark of the cast while Adam Scott holds his own in a feature film. Meanwhile Schwartzman is less of a person than a caricature but that is surely the intention behind the pair to bring out the humanity in Schilling and Scott. The Overnight earns a few chuckles and a few insights but it's mostly held back by its brevity but it has a sincerity through all the slight wackiness that makes it work, if just a little bit.
7/10
7/10
"Swinging by Numbers"
Kamurai257 October 2020
Really good watch, could watch again, and can recommend (at least for the sexually open minded.)
This movie focuses less on young rampant sex and more of the decline that people sometimes get as they get older and want to be more adventurous without destroying their relationships. It also doesn't treat it as ridiculous a thing, while still openly admitting that it is something foreign and strange.
The movie does a great job of leading the audience (alongside the main character couple) into this strange new world, not of debauchery, but love and connection. Given that the premise of the movie is them getting together, it's not a spoiler, but this is a romantic comedy for couples, basically.
There is plenty funny to this movie, but if you're not into sex-based comedy, then this isn't for you.
If you liked "A Good Old Fashioned Orgy", then you should give this a watch.
This movie focuses less on young rampant sex and more of the decline that people sometimes get as they get older and want to be more adventurous without destroying their relationships. It also doesn't treat it as ridiculous a thing, while still openly admitting that it is something foreign and strange.
The movie does a great job of leading the audience (alongside the main character couple) into this strange new world, not of debauchery, but love and connection. Given that the premise of the movie is them getting together, it's not a spoiler, but this is a romantic comedy for couples, basically.
There is plenty funny to this movie, but if you're not into sex-based comedy, then this isn't for you.
If you liked "A Good Old Fashioned Orgy", then you should give this a watch.
Odd, dark, and very unpredictable
Red_Identity13 September 2015
This is one of those films where the less you know, the better. As an overall film it is incredibly difficult to judge in terms of its merits. The film is really its own creation and it beats to its own rhythm. The cast is very strong, and the film is surely entertaining throughout. Because it's so unpredictable, there's a certain joy to get from just wondering where it'll all go. For that reason, it's more of a film that will be a lot stronger on first viewing. I don't know how it'll really hold up on rewatches, but I suspect it'll lose a lot. I had a great time watching it, but I also don't know if to recommend it because I feel like many people (and I say that with emphasis on many) will hate the film and what it eventually becomes.
Well Crafted, But Not My Kind Of Story
TheAnimalMother16 January 2022
As a comedy and as a gradually unfolding mystery, the film simply works. Mainly because all involved make it seem somehow plausible. A well crafted film that for me was quite surprising, as I had no idea what to expect going into it. It's not really the kind of story that I'm interested in exactly, but at the same time it's difficult to say that the film isn't worth watching. It is entertaining for the most part, and it definitely is somewhat original in my estimation, and even a little thought provoking.
6.5/10.
6.5/10.
More thirty-something marital angst
ferguson-627 June 2015
Greetings again from the darkness. For kindergartners, making friends is as easy as a bag of gummy worms on the playground. For adults, it's a bit more complicated. According to writer/director Patrick Brice (Creep, 2015) making adult friends can involve rectum paintings and penis prosthetics
at least after a lot of wine and too many bong hits. While this is not my wheelhouse for humor, it's clearly a bold cinematic step and pushes the boundaries even further than other recent Duplass Brothers projects (they are Producers here).
Emily (Taylor Schilling) and Alex (Adam Scott) have recently moved to L.A. from Seattle with their young son. Emily and Alex are good parents, good people, and a solid couple – except for some sexual incompatibility. While at the park, their son (and his gummy worms) befriends the son of Kurt (Jason Schwartzman), one of the endless oddballs that populate L.A. Kurt charms Emily and Alex into visiting his home for an adult dinner party/kid playdate.
Greeted at the door of the mansion by Kurt's French wife Charlotte (Judith Godreche), Emily and Alex are clearly wooed by the worldliness and sophistication of their new friends. Kurt is a bit of a renaissance man and he and Charlotte also appear to be a solid couple though as the evening unfolds, we soon enough discover their own sexual incompatibility. And therein lies the core and conflict of the film – relationship dynamics impacted by sexual tension explored through raunchy humor.
It's interesting to compare Brice's film with Paul Mazursky's 1969 "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice", and analyze the cultural and cinematic differences brought on by the 46 year difference. What was shocking then, is nothing compared to what this film has us believe that most young adult couples are struggling with now. Emily and Alex spend the evening exploring their boundaries as individuals and as a couple, while being softly pushed by the more adventurous Kurt and Charlotte. Were it not so raunchy, the theme would be more interesting though significantly less appealing at the box office.
All four lead actors are strong, but Schwartzman and Scott handle the more challenging roles with aplomb. Given my preferences, I could have used a safe word on a couple of occasions, but the real test will be whether audiences find the film a bold step forward, or whether it is judged to be shock for shock's sake.
Emily (Taylor Schilling) and Alex (Adam Scott) have recently moved to L.A. from Seattle with their young son. Emily and Alex are good parents, good people, and a solid couple – except for some sexual incompatibility. While at the park, their son (and his gummy worms) befriends the son of Kurt (Jason Schwartzman), one of the endless oddballs that populate L.A. Kurt charms Emily and Alex into visiting his home for an adult dinner party/kid playdate.
Greeted at the door of the mansion by Kurt's French wife Charlotte (Judith Godreche), Emily and Alex are clearly wooed by the worldliness and sophistication of their new friends. Kurt is a bit of a renaissance man and he and Charlotte also appear to be a solid couple though as the evening unfolds, we soon enough discover their own sexual incompatibility. And therein lies the core and conflict of the film – relationship dynamics impacted by sexual tension explored through raunchy humor.
It's interesting to compare Brice's film with Paul Mazursky's 1969 "Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice", and analyze the cultural and cinematic differences brought on by the 46 year difference. What was shocking then, is nothing compared to what this film has us believe that most young adult couples are struggling with now. Emily and Alex spend the evening exploring their boundaries as individuals and as a couple, while being softly pushed by the more adventurous Kurt and Charlotte. Were it not so raunchy, the theme would be more interesting though significantly less appealing at the box office.
All four lead actors are strong, but Schwartzman and Scott handle the more challenging roles with aplomb. Given my preferences, I could have used a safe word on a couple of occasions, but the real test will be whether audiences find the film a bold step forward, or whether it is judged to be shock for shock's sake.
Enchanting and unsettling by turns even if it ultimately seems a bit pointless.
GiraffeDoor6 June 2019
I saw this ages ago but I decided to review it when I found out it was by the same guy who did the "Creep" movies. How about that. I like finding out things like that.
This movie is quite singular. It has this unassuming, disquieting power, like the first act of thriller where everyone thinks everything is fine until everything isn't. With limited characters, setting and time lapse (it is indeed the events of a night) the effect relies on making sure the characters are vivid and three dimensional and they all just pop of the screen.
It always has this sense of build up to something immense and never quite pays off so I'm tempted to say it's more like one of half or two thirds of a great movie without really being a great movie itself, though its a great two thirds.
it's on one level very simple; an innocent rendez-vous of an inhibited couple and an exhibitionist couple leads us to find that neither is exactly what they seem.
it's not really a profound or vivid narrative. It's more like those dinner parties you have in your life where the conversations plus the wine makes you think you've had an epiphany on how to unlock the potential of living until the next morning where you just get to work as usual.
it's definitely the journey not the destination and you get an agreeable amount of frankness about human sexuality. it's not always easy viewing but it shows an admirable amount of restraint in its script.
Memorable but I still feel a bit at a loss for what it was even trying to say.
This movie is quite singular. It has this unassuming, disquieting power, like the first act of thriller where everyone thinks everything is fine until everything isn't. With limited characters, setting and time lapse (it is indeed the events of a night) the effect relies on making sure the characters are vivid and three dimensional and they all just pop of the screen.
It always has this sense of build up to something immense and never quite pays off so I'm tempted to say it's more like one of half or two thirds of a great movie without really being a great movie itself, though its a great two thirds.
it's on one level very simple; an innocent rendez-vous of an inhibited couple and an exhibitionist couple leads us to find that neither is exactly what they seem.
it's not really a profound or vivid narrative. It's more like those dinner parties you have in your life where the conversations plus the wine makes you think you've had an epiphany on how to unlock the potential of living until the next morning where you just get to work as usual.
it's definitely the journey not the destination and you get an agreeable amount of frankness about human sexuality. it's not always easy viewing but it shows an admirable amount of restraint in its script.
Memorable but I still feel a bit at a loss for what it was even trying to say.
Strangely brilliant!!
subxerogravity30 June 2015
This is the second movie I've seen were The Duplass brothers are involved in a story about a couple who finds an interesting way to spice up their relationship (Although what the Overnight does is far less surreal than what happens in The one I Love).
In the case of the Overnight one couple attempts to seduce another couple during a dinner party, making a very awkward situation .
The movie acts like one big joke setting up a huge punchline that makes you role on the floor with laughter.
I like how simple the how movie was. It mostly takes place in one area, but the dialog going back and forth between the couples was interesting, especially during the overnight itself.
You also get to see some strange full frontal male nudity, done of course for comedy effect, if your interested, and it sets up an extremely funny gag that has a long lasting effect for the movie.
Overall, it's a funny dark comedy about how to deal with that cross road when something is slightly wrong with your relationship and it's time perfectly to keep my attention.
In the case of the Overnight one couple attempts to seduce another couple during a dinner party, making a very awkward situation .
The movie acts like one big joke setting up a huge punchline that makes you role on the floor with laughter.
I like how simple the how movie was. It mostly takes place in one area, but the dialog going back and forth between the couples was interesting, especially during the overnight itself.
You also get to see some strange full frontal male nudity, done of course for comedy effect, if your interested, and it sets up an extremely funny gag that has a long lasting effect for the movie.
Overall, it's a funny dark comedy about how to deal with that cross road when something is slightly wrong with your relationship and it's time perfectly to keep my attention.
Alex & Emily & Kurt & Charolette
StevePulaski4 July 2015
Alex and Emily (Adam Scott and Taylor Schilling) are high school sweethearts who have just moved from Seattle to Los Angeles with their young son. With a mediocre sex life and an apprehension to making friends, the two are surprised to find themselves acquainted with Kurt and Charlotte (Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godrèche) almost immediately after moving into their home. Kurt and Charlotte are just a wee bit eclectic to say the least, with Kurt claiming to have made a large amount of money by providing a complex water-filtering system to third-world countries that turns water into sewage and Charlotte claiming to be infrequent actress. Nonetheless, the two couples and their children get together at Kurt and Charlotte's house for a night of drinks, marijuana, and lengthy conversations about nothing and everything.
Instantaneously, Patrick Brice's "The Overnight" reminds of two films. It bears a narrative resemblance to Noah Baumbach's "While We're Young," an immensely funny, overlooked comedy from earlier this year that worked to examine the relationships between a millennial couple and a middle-aged couple. In addition, the film echoes the sentiments of Roman Polanski's "Carnage" in that it pairs two unlikely couples together by circumstance that get along and argue based on the merits of their own personalities. "The Overnight" rolls both films into one package that works in spite of its notable shortcomings.
To get those out of the way, "The Overnight" has a funny way of being low-key in its comedy at times and too broad at others. Consider the absurdity and the looks on the faces of Alex and Emily when Kurt reveals to them that he bought a bulk package of bathrobes online. That's the quiet humor these kinds of independent, mumblecore-style comedies traditionally utilize. Now consider the scene where Kurt shows Alex his various paintings he calls "portals," which are stylized and heavily colored pictures of the anuses of many of his friends, even his wife. There's a notable divide in the humor on display here, with some jokes aiming to be too broad and far-reaching to be taken seriously when everything else in the film is uniformly realistic.
However, that's kind of the beauty in "The Overnight" - its ability to take characters that can function as caricatures with deep, contemplative human feelings is something that I don't think I've ever seen done before, and if so, not this competently executed. Brice is careful never to draw his characters in broadstrokes, but rather, some of their situations. He makes Alex and Emily the traditional couple, one that adheres to the principles of monogamy and becomes shocked when they realize that the desire to sleep with someone else is still present in both of their minds. Kurt and Charlotte exhibit a much more liberal sense of love, which is the whole reason they invited Alex and Emily over and the first place (the film doesn't really reveal why until the end, yet most moviegoers, seasoned or casual, will likely be able to pick up what's being put down from early on).
This contrast almost always makes for a film that's fiercely watchable and bitingly funny, which "The Overnight" often is. Its simultaneous absurdity in its situations and likable, relatable characters make this film fun and endearing. For the first time that I can remember, Adam Scott plays not only a likable character, but a believable one, not basking in the idiocy of several unlikable traits nor being the metaphorical dart board for other characters to gleefully jab at. Taylor Schilling also gets probably the most fun role she has yet to have, as she delivers her character's anxiety richly and believably. Finally, it almost goes without saying that Schwartzman is fun here, cocky as usual but almost annoyingly quaint, a character he has always been able to play to a tee, and when assisted by the perky Godrèche, he's only made better.
"The Overnight" is also something that will surprise the brave moviegoers that choose to seek it out in a season traditionally crowded with films, and this year being no exception. At only seventy-six minutes without credits, "The Overnight" gives audience more to think about than the typical lackluster romantic-comedy fare that frequently lasts an upwards of two hours. Its pervasive casualness and chill demeanor makes you forget that you're watching a very intriguing depiction and critique of modern romances, done with elements of caricatures and very realistic dialog. With this technically being Brice's first film (his other film "Creep" is available on iTunes at the moment and is one of my favorite films of the year), he shows incredible prose and talent for depicting modern relationships. These kinds of films have an impact that will last much longer than the end credits of other films of this same genre.
Instantaneously, Patrick Brice's "The Overnight" reminds of two films. It bears a narrative resemblance to Noah Baumbach's "While We're Young," an immensely funny, overlooked comedy from earlier this year that worked to examine the relationships between a millennial couple and a middle-aged couple. In addition, the film echoes the sentiments of Roman Polanski's "Carnage" in that it pairs two unlikely couples together by circumstance that get along and argue based on the merits of their own personalities. "The Overnight" rolls both films into one package that works in spite of its notable shortcomings.
To get those out of the way, "The Overnight" has a funny way of being low-key in its comedy at times and too broad at others. Consider the absurdity and the looks on the faces of Alex and Emily when Kurt reveals to them that he bought a bulk package of bathrobes online. That's the quiet humor these kinds of independent, mumblecore-style comedies traditionally utilize. Now consider the scene where Kurt shows Alex his various paintings he calls "portals," which are stylized and heavily colored pictures of the anuses of many of his friends, even his wife. There's a notable divide in the humor on display here, with some jokes aiming to be too broad and far-reaching to be taken seriously when everything else in the film is uniformly realistic.
However, that's kind of the beauty in "The Overnight" - its ability to take characters that can function as caricatures with deep, contemplative human feelings is something that I don't think I've ever seen done before, and if so, not this competently executed. Brice is careful never to draw his characters in broadstrokes, but rather, some of their situations. He makes Alex and Emily the traditional couple, one that adheres to the principles of monogamy and becomes shocked when they realize that the desire to sleep with someone else is still present in both of their minds. Kurt and Charlotte exhibit a much more liberal sense of love, which is the whole reason they invited Alex and Emily over and the first place (the film doesn't really reveal why until the end, yet most moviegoers, seasoned or casual, will likely be able to pick up what's being put down from early on).
This contrast almost always makes for a film that's fiercely watchable and bitingly funny, which "The Overnight" often is. Its simultaneous absurdity in its situations and likable, relatable characters make this film fun and endearing. For the first time that I can remember, Adam Scott plays not only a likable character, but a believable one, not basking in the idiocy of several unlikable traits nor being the metaphorical dart board for other characters to gleefully jab at. Taylor Schilling also gets probably the most fun role she has yet to have, as she delivers her character's anxiety richly and believably. Finally, it almost goes without saying that Schwartzman is fun here, cocky as usual but almost annoyingly quaint, a character he has always been able to play to a tee, and when assisted by the perky Godrèche, he's only made better.
"The Overnight" is also something that will surprise the brave moviegoers that choose to seek it out in a season traditionally crowded with films, and this year being no exception. At only seventy-six minutes without credits, "The Overnight" gives audience more to think about than the typical lackluster romantic-comedy fare that frequently lasts an upwards of two hours. Its pervasive casualness and chill demeanor makes you forget that you're watching a very intriguing depiction and critique of modern romances, done with elements of caricatures and very realistic dialog. With this technically being Brice's first film (his other film "Creep" is available on iTunes at the moment and is one of my favorite films of the year), he shows incredible prose and talent for depicting modern relationships. These kinds of films have an impact that will last much longer than the end credits of other films of this same genre.
Nothing special - no need to stay the night
kaptenvideo-8987525 December 2017
Two couples (Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godrèche / Adam Scott and Taylor Schilling from "Orange Is the New Black") make a playdate which grows into something more than sipping wine and watching the children play together.
Found this little indie thing in Netflix, watched it to see Scott and Schwartzman who have a habit of appearing in comedies that I like (in addition to many generic movies but whatever, I like those dudes).
"The Overnight" is not really a drama nor comedy but a tale of relationships: what makes us get together and stay together.
Despite the promising topic and pretty cool promos, It does not really go anywhere. There's no suspense of any kind (surely a killing blow to any movie about relationships) and the approach is too improvisational (a lot of dialogue, mostly just talk-talk-talk without any memorable lines or highlights).
But hey, I saw my dudes and it's over quickly, in 83 minutes.
Exec produced by the Duplass brothers which gives you strong hint about what to expect from the general vibe.
Written and directed by one Patrick Brice, whose only previous movie was horror "Creep". Whatever this means.
Found this little indie thing in Netflix, watched it to see Scott and Schwartzman who have a habit of appearing in comedies that I like (in addition to many generic movies but whatever, I like those dudes).
"The Overnight" is not really a drama nor comedy but a tale of relationships: what makes us get together and stay together.
Despite the promising topic and pretty cool promos, It does not really go anywhere. There's no suspense of any kind (surely a killing blow to any movie about relationships) and the approach is too improvisational (a lot of dialogue, mostly just talk-talk-talk without any memorable lines or highlights).
But hey, I saw my dudes and it's over quickly, in 83 minutes.
Exec produced by the Duplass brothers which gives you strong hint about what to expect from the general vibe.
Written and directed by one Patrick Brice, whose only previous movie was horror "Creep". Whatever this means.
a different type of movie but the actors fit their roles and the comedy is there.
andre_andreas198728 June 2015
I have not seen too many movies where there are only a handful of actors and the setting is mostly in one place. I have seen a few movies with the male actors but I never found them special or good actors, but they both fit their characters. One of them was naive and new to the "wild" things and the other one was a hipster free spirited painter. Plus there were some human emotions and desires that are true and very possible, but couples do not talk about it because it is different and taboo. My life is no where close to anything like that but I found it acceptable and not dirty. The movie is more about basic desires that any person would have but would not be comfortable to talk about. Very smart movie and you should watch it so you wont be surprised when you see such things in real life.
Not Perfect But Offers a Unique and Funny Story
SLUGMagazineFilms26 January 2015
While The Overnight has a few flaws in its execution, the chemistry among the principal actors comes close to making up for them. Having just moved to Los Angeles, Alex (Adam Scott), Emily (Taylor Schilling), and their son R.J. (R.J. Hermes) are eager to extend their social circle. When they meet Kurt (Jason Schwartzman), he invites them all over for an overnight playdate with his wife Charlotte (Judith Godréche) and Max (Max Moritt). After their children go to sleep for the night, the evening becomes increasingly weird and suburban debauchery ensues. It's the awkward bromance that begins to develop between Alex and Kurt that ends up driving the narrative. Scott is great at playing the slightly neurotic everyman, and he explores his character's insecurities about his masculinity (or in Alex's words, his abnormally small dick) with his usual brand of self-deprecating charm. The character of Kurt is the quintessential Los Angeles hipster, and Schwartzman completely owns it. His effortless cool perfectly complements Scott's nervous tension, and the scenes in which these two bond over art and their penises (both Scott and Schwartzman don prosthetic dongs in a memorable skinny dipping scene) are hilarious. Schilling and Godréche offered solid performances, but their characters didn't seem as fleshed out as their male counterparts. It's not a perfect film, but it offers a unique and funny story about what people are willing to do in order to strengthen a marriage. –Alex Springer
Pretty funny, not-stupid modern comedy.
gooseshaw10 June 2020
I'm kind of surprised at the ratings for this movie. Aside from the degenerate actions of the characters, I thought it was pretty funny.
This soon turns into a downward spiral. Similar to many typical raunchy comedies, our middle aged characters (all parents of small children) get drunk and smoke pot like a bunch of failed teenage high-school drop outs. Eventually we their actions turn more and more sexual, past the point that you, the viewer, are convinced of some sort of swinger conspiracy.
The story goes on and some motivations are realized. There's not really any moral lesson to this movie, so don't expect that. I won't spoil the ending but I will say I was hoping for something different.
Regardless, I thought the movie was funny and entertaining and awkward, just as it was meant to be. I don't connect with these characters in any way, and would never find myself in a position such as theirs, but from an outsiders perspective, it was an interesting ride.
This soon turns into a downward spiral. Similar to many typical raunchy comedies, our middle aged characters (all parents of small children) get drunk and smoke pot like a bunch of failed teenage high-school drop outs. Eventually we their actions turn more and more sexual, past the point that you, the viewer, are convinced of some sort of swinger conspiracy.
The story goes on and some motivations are realized. There's not really any moral lesson to this movie, so don't expect that. I won't spoil the ending but I will say I was hoping for something different.
Regardless, I thought the movie was funny and entertaining and awkward, just as it was meant to be. I don't connect with these characters in any way, and would never find myself in a position such as theirs, but from an outsiders perspective, it was an interesting ride.
could be more awkward and need more material
SnoopyStyle27 November 2015
Alex (Adam Scott) and Emily (Taylor Schilling) move to L.A. with their son R.J. One day at the park, R.J. befriends Max. Max's father Kurt (Jason Schwartzman) invites them over for a visit. The adults spend time together that night and strange things start bubbling up. Kurt has a hobby of painting butt-holes. Charlotte (Judith Godrèche) acts in milk-pumping videos. Kurt goes skinny dipping and he's revealed to have a giant dick. Alex is immediately taken back with insecurity about his micro dick.
I wouldn't call it funny. It's a little uncomfortable but mostly endearingly weird. I get a feeling that Scott and Schwartzman should be a lot more wacky or a lot more awkward. The movie sets up a lot of weirdness but it's a little too nice about it. The naked dancing is great. It's also a little short which gives off a feeling of a need for more material.
I wouldn't call it funny. It's a little uncomfortable but mostly endearingly weird. I get a feeling that Scott and Schwartzman should be a lot more wacky or a lot more awkward. The movie sets up a lot of weirdness but it's a little too nice about it. The naked dancing is great. It's also a little short which gives off a feeling of a need for more material.
It's an insightful (and extremely odd) look at human nature!
Hellmant22 September 2015
'THE OVERNIGHT': Four Stars (Out of Five)
Raunchy sex comedy flick, written and directed by indie filmmaker Patrick Brice. It stars Adam Scott, Taylor Schilling, Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godreche; as two sets of parents, one conservative and one unconventional, who meet for a playdate between their two sons, which leads to much more. It was produced by Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass, Adam Scott and Naomi Scott; on a budget of just $200,000. I found it to be odd, disturbing and very funny.
Alex (Scott) and Emily (Schilling) just moved to Los Angeles, with their young son RJ (R.J. Hermes). They meet Kurt (Schwartzman), and his son Max (Max Moritt), at a park; and Kurt invites them over for a family playdate. Alex and Emily accept the invitation, and they meet Kurt's wife, Charlotte (Godreche), upon arrival. Things go from strange, to crazy, after the two kids fall asleep.
The movie is quirky, and hilariously funny, in places. Most of the time it's extremely uncomfortable, and disturbing, as well; watching these characters have these extremely awkward and bizarre encounters. That's what's so good about the movie though, even more so than it's witty humor, is just it's insightful (and extremely odd) look, at human nature. The movie is definitely worth seeing just for that.
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Raunchy sex comedy flick, written and directed by indie filmmaker Patrick Brice. It stars Adam Scott, Taylor Schilling, Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godreche; as two sets of parents, one conservative and one unconventional, who meet for a playdate between their two sons, which leads to much more. It was produced by Mark Duplass, Jay Duplass, Adam Scott and Naomi Scott; on a budget of just $200,000. I found it to be odd, disturbing and very funny.
Alex (Scott) and Emily (Schilling) just moved to Los Angeles, with their young son RJ (R.J. Hermes). They meet Kurt (Schwartzman), and his son Max (Max Moritt), at a park; and Kurt invites them over for a family playdate. Alex and Emily accept the invitation, and they meet Kurt's wife, Charlotte (Godreche), upon arrival. Things go from strange, to crazy, after the two kids fall asleep.
The movie is quirky, and hilariously funny, in places. Most of the time it's extremely uncomfortable, and disturbing, as well; watching these characters have these extremely awkward and bizarre encounters. That's what's so good about the movie though, even more so than it's witty humor, is just it's insightful (and extremely odd) look, at human nature. The movie is definitely worth seeing just for that.
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A decent movie that speaks volumes about our weaknesses and frailties.
bbakelmun-4911822 July 2016
Let me start first by saying that as a review, 6 of 10 is not a low score. I like a lot of movies, and love a lot of them for a number of different reasons. So a 6 is a good score for me, while leaving room to move into films that resonate on a more significant level.
The Overnight is not a slapstick comedy. And though it has some shock value to today's audience, it is not about that, either. It's an honest, introspective movie about relationships, complacency, complexes, and identity. The narrative plays out in a very limited time frame. The adjustment and surprise we as the audience take in in the (incredibly short) duration of the movie, is echoed in the equally awkward scenario played out by the protagonists.
Love, sex, intimacy, self-loathing. intimidation and desire are all at play in this movie. And I think it's fair to say that the situation is framed as uncomfortable. The general viewing audience (myself included) will find humour in the incredulous nature of the setups.
But there's more to it than this.
Out western society is not liberated. We have fears and hangups about who we are as partners and lovers. We judge ourselves and others, and within that yardstick, it's easy to lose sight that we're all of us just people trying to find our own happiness.
I imagine many people will be put off/offended by the homosexual overtones of this movie. But it's for exactly those reasons that I applaud it.
The heart of this movie is about acceptance. Finding yourself; your place in this world; the validity of being who you are without judgment. The Overnight lets us view this through a humorous setup, but the truth of it remains: we all want to love, and be loved, without issue or compromise. In a very simple way, this film allows us to transcend etiquette and gender, and maybe privately acknowledge all of us need love, understanding, and genuine sexual approval in order to be fulfilled.
Even as I rate it 6 of 10, this movie sends a strong, positive message I stand by. It's a brave, sincere and honest film that addresses a part of humanity we're taught to ignore or deny. I highly recommend this movie.
The Overnight is not a slapstick comedy. And though it has some shock value to today's audience, it is not about that, either. It's an honest, introspective movie about relationships, complacency, complexes, and identity. The narrative plays out in a very limited time frame. The adjustment and surprise we as the audience take in in the (incredibly short) duration of the movie, is echoed in the equally awkward scenario played out by the protagonists.
Love, sex, intimacy, self-loathing. intimidation and desire are all at play in this movie. And I think it's fair to say that the situation is framed as uncomfortable. The general viewing audience (myself included) will find humour in the incredulous nature of the setups.
But there's more to it than this.
Out western society is not liberated. We have fears and hangups about who we are as partners and lovers. We judge ourselves and others, and within that yardstick, it's easy to lose sight that we're all of us just people trying to find our own happiness.
I imagine many people will be put off/offended by the homosexual overtones of this movie. But it's for exactly those reasons that I applaud it.
The heart of this movie is about acceptance. Finding yourself; your place in this world; the validity of being who you are without judgment. The Overnight lets us view this through a humorous setup, but the truth of it remains: we all want to love, and be loved, without issue or compromise. In a very simple way, this film allows us to transcend etiquette and gender, and maybe privately acknowledge all of us need love, understanding, and genuine sexual approval in order to be fulfilled.
Even as I rate it 6 of 10, this movie sends a strong, positive message I stand by. It's a brave, sincere and honest film that addresses a part of humanity we're taught to ignore or deny. I highly recommend this movie.
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doubledoublestroubles26 September 2015
Banal Dialog, predictable storyline. The seemingly endless night depicted in this film leaves you asking, will the annoyance of watching to the end of the film also be endless?
This movie dives quickly into full frontal scenes complete with prosthetics. The script feel like they copy and pasted from a multitude of other, but failed to full explore the themes that make those films good.
Both couples in this film, go through the very commonly explored issues of trust and self-worth.
At the end of the film, you are left with 1 or 2 chuckles and not a lot else.
Waste of your time, Do not watch.
This movie dives quickly into full frontal scenes complete with prosthetics. The script feel like they copy and pasted from a multitude of other, but failed to full explore the themes that make those films good.
Both couples in this film, go through the very commonly explored issues of trust and self-worth.
At the end of the film, you are left with 1 or 2 chuckles and not a lot else.
Waste of your time, Do not watch.
You've gotta be kidding me
stromile-170111 April 2018
This movie is horrendous. Just 90 minutes of unfunny, uncomfortably lame little d*** jokes. None of the characters are particularly likeable and the whole plot will make you want to jam an ice pick into your eyes. Actually, that sounds way more enjoyable than rewatching this movie.
Film Review: The Overnight/
lucasnochez8 July 2015
The notion play-date is one that is easily understandable in the world of children. Play- dates imply when children are taken to specific locations, play, interact, laugh, cry and then, eventually go home to rest for the next day of their exciting and fruitful lives. The terms and conditions of the play-date for adults are still, for the most part, under strict and heavy analysis and consideration. The Overnight is a film that looks to push the boundaries of adult play-dates, often times with unexpected, shocking, and completely bewildering results.
Moving from Seattle to the liberated and highly hipster LA with their young child RJ (R.J Hermes), square couple Alex and Emily (played by Adam Scott and Taylor Schilling) seem to have a hard time making new friends. Luckily for them, R.J was able to land a prestigious invite to a birthday party at a park where Alex awkwardly and unsuccessfully tries to assimilate with the parents of the birthday boy. Luckily for the highly emasculated Alex, Emily, who feels guilt ridden going to work rather than staying with her boys, saves the birthday by showing up with a bag of gummy-worms. RJ is happy, Alex is saved from immense solitude, and what begins as an average awkward meet-cute between parents becomes an invitation from the mysterious Kurt (Jason Schwartzman).
Kurt, who may or may not be a practising vegan on a cleanse, invites Alex and Emily to their warm estate home just up the hill from the park in hopes of acquainting the new couple to the neighbourhood, touring schools out for RJ, and a offering them a chance to get to know the unofficial "mayor" of the neighbourhood, himself. It all seems quirky and awkward at first, which is exactly what we expect.
At Kurt's house, Alex and Emily meet Charlotte (Judith Godrèche), the very beautiful and exotic French wife to Kurt. As expected, the two couples shares stories of work, friendship, and their relationships, until, very early on, Alex and Emily decide to go home because of RJ's exhaustion.
"Only in America do we let children dictate when when the night is over!", exclaims an overly excited Charlotte, while Alex and Emily look at each other in agreement. So what begins as an innocent night of acquittance, like any good horror film, becomes a night of deep future regret.
It's not that we have to question who the stranger of the couples are, but as the film progresses The Overnight becomes a highly self-reflective film of relationship parameters and examines the motives and hobbies of people, while begging to ask the question as to who the "normal" and "eccentric" couple really is.
For starters, the film begins with Alex and Emily in bed intimately attempting to arouse one another until both come to a collective agreement that entails the two of them quickly laying on their backs and masturbating until each one has orgasmed. Really, how normal is that?
I mean sure, the film itself, thanks to the peculiarity of the script and direction of its creative mastermind Patrick Brice, asks who the "weird" couple may be, thanks to Charlotte's ten year itch, Kurt's "portal" paintings, and Charlote's interesting acting career. Yet, boundaries are pushed, egos are blown up, and myserties are revealed – sometimes to anything but normal results – but nonetheless, The Overnight is a film that will keep you highly intrigued.
In less than eighty minutes, Brice's highly confusing and sexually driven comedy/drama runs big circles around your head asking important questions of masculinity, femininity, sexuality, and mostly really asking the question of: what is going on here?
One of the biggest strengths of The Overnight is its ability to depict a shrewd picture of the possibilities of parental bliss. Brice, who has amazing skill in sending hyper-real images in different directions, chosen solely by its audience members, topples and turves reality with surrealism. In early scenes, Kurt, who shows an immense passion for putting his youngest son Max (Max Moritt) to bed, uses mood lighting, incense, and keyboard chords, could easily be mistaken for a seasoned pedophile. Yet, the narrative swiftly and slyly changes its gaze to that of the children in bed, to the innocence and insecurities of Alex – a man who is glorified and praised for most of the night – but belittled for the majority of his life. While Kurt wisps away the children into dreamland, Alex is comforted by Emily's warm hands and Charlotte's?
Essentially, The Overnight becomes a film that is a neon and unbelievable portal to the oddities of every person's deepest and darkest desires, staying in the radius realms of the challenges and thought of monogamy, boredom and adultery. Highly sexualized, unapologetic, and crudely graphic, the film may not be perfect for new couples to watch, but it surely is a fantastic way to awkwardly invite you and your loved one to one of your's friends place for dinner. Foxy, electric, yet coming up short in the areas where it needs to have more girth and stamina, The Overnight is a one-night stand type film that you could easily do with just one meeting, and recollect with a smile here and there while swinging back to memory for a good week or two after its initial view.
Moving from Seattle to the liberated and highly hipster LA with their young child RJ (R.J Hermes), square couple Alex and Emily (played by Adam Scott and Taylor Schilling) seem to have a hard time making new friends. Luckily for them, R.J was able to land a prestigious invite to a birthday party at a park where Alex awkwardly and unsuccessfully tries to assimilate with the parents of the birthday boy. Luckily for the highly emasculated Alex, Emily, who feels guilt ridden going to work rather than staying with her boys, saves the birthday by showing up with a bag of gummy-worms. RJ is happy, Alex is saved from immense solitude, and what begins as an average awkward meet-cute between parents becomes an invitation from the mysterious Kurt (Jason Schwartzman).
Kurt, who may or may not be a practising vegan on a cleanse, invites Alex and Emily to their warm estate home just up the hill from the park in hopes of acquainting the new couple to the neighbourhood, touring schools out for RJ, and a offering them a chance to get to know the unofficial "mayor" of the neighbourhood, himself. It all seems quirky and awkward at first, which is exactly what we expect.
At Kurt's house, Alex and Emily meet Charlotte (Judith Godrèche), the very beautiful and exotic French wife to Kurt. As expected, the two couples shares stories of work, friendship, and their relationships, until, very early on, Alex and Emily decide to go home because of RJ's exhaustion.
"Only in America do we let children dictate when when the night is over!", exclaims an overly excited Charlotte, while Alex and Emily look at each other in agreement. So what begins as an innocent night of acquittance, like any good horror film, becomes a night of deep future regret.
It's not that we have to question who the stranger of the couples are, but as the film progresses The Overnight becomes a highly self-reflective film of relationship parameters and examines the motives and hobbies of people, while begging to ask the question as to who the "normal" and "eccentric" couple really is.
For starters, the film begins with Alex and Emily in bed intimately attempting to arouse one another until both come to a collective agreement that entails the two of them quickly laying on their backs and masturbating until each one has orgasmed. Really, how normal is that?
I mean sure, the film itself, thanks to the peculiarity of the script and direction of its creative mastermind Patrick Brice, asks who the "weird" couple may be, thanks to Charlotte's ten year itch, Kurt's "portal" paintings, and Charlote's interesting acting career. Yet, boundaries are pushed, egos are blown up, and myserties are revealed – sometimes to anything but normal results – but nonetheless, The Overnight is a film that will keep you highly intrigued.
In less than eighty minutes, Brice's highly confusing and sexually driven comedy/drama runs big circles around your head asking important questions of masculinity, femininity, sexuality, and mostly really asking the question of: what is going on here?
One of the biggest strengths of The Overnight is its ability to depict a shrewd picture of the possibilities of parental bliss. Brice, who has amazing skill in sending hyper-real images in different directions, chosen solely by its audience members, topples and turves reality with surrealism. In early scenes, Kurt, who shows an immense passion for putting his youngest son Max (Max Moritt) to bed, uses mood lighting, incense, and keyboard chords, could easily be mistaken for a seasoned pedophile. Yet, the narrative swiftly and slyly changes its gaze to that of the children in bed, to the innocence and insecurities of Alex – a man who is glorified and praised for most of the night – but belittled for the majority of his life. While Kurt wisps away the children into dreamland, Alex is comforted by Emily's warm hands and Charlotte's?
Essentially, The Overnight becomes a film that is a neon and unbelievable portal to the oddities of every person's deepest and darkest desires, staying in the radius realms of the challenges and thought of monogamy, boredom and adultery. Highly sexualized, unapologetic, and crudely graphic, the film may not be perfect for new couples to watch, but it surely is a fantastic way to awkwardly invite you and your loved one to one of your's friends place for dinner. Foxy, electric, yet coming up short in the areas where it needs to have more girth and stamina, The Overnight is a one-night stand type film that you could easily do with just one meeting, and recollect with a smile here and there while swinging back to memory for a good week or two after its initial view.
Lots of laughs, Very original, Not what I Expected, Very Memorable
oneclearday7 January 2016
I walked into this film with a very vague understanding of what it was actually about. From the cast I knew this would be a good one but from the moment Schwartzman Enters the film Early on :) The film had me locked in. Some dark humor (Maybe a lot lol) and just the No holes barred approach. Very human production, Great acting, The Mystery portion is absolutely great and will keep you guessing and glued to the boob-tube until the very end. A VERY happy movie experience and The only reason I rated a 7 and not higher is I save my 8s and above for true masterpieces such as There Will Be Blood, Revenant, Requiem for a dream, and Inception. (Among others). If your a fan of Schwartzman or Adam Scott and some good laughs. very human characters, and some mystique you should see this film absolutely. If I could my 7* rating would be a 7.8. Thank you!
My first Review Ever
My first Review Ever
The talents of its cast doesn't provide enough for Patrick Brice's film from being a bit too uncomfortable...
ClaytonDavis17 April 2015
2015 TRIBECA FILM FESTIVAL: There's a point during Patrick Brice's darkly comedic film "The Overnight" where the humor goes from infectiously enjoyable to awkwardly unnerving. That both works for and against Brice's storytelling and filmmaking abilities. Through its strong ensemble that includes Adam Scott, Taylor Schilling, Jason Schwartzman, and Judith Godrèche, Brice's film touches on the different encounters and reflections of the average thirty- something. Capturing traits from films like "Carnage" by Roman Polanski, the laughs are certainly on display, however the believability and natural character beats certainly are not.
In a film like this, that heavily relies on its script and quick wit and humor, Brice, who both writes and directs, relies far too much on the physical comedic tones rather than focusing on strong characters with a clearly defined destinations. "The Overnight" tells the story of Alex (Scott) and Emily (Schilling), two parents who just move to Los Angeles from Seattle with their son RJ. When they meet Kurt (Schwartzman) at a park with his son Max, he invites them for a play date at his house where he lives with his wife Charlotte (Godrèche). The evening goes as typical before the children are sent to bed and weird things start happening.
Through silly prosthetics, random sexcapades, and a very blundering, borderline amateurish orgy scene, "The Overnight" never really gets off the ground as its intended. Adam Scott relentlessly attempts to bring a sensitivity to Alex, but Brice's script never fully allows him to explore something new. Taylor Schilling is the film's real standout. Infectiously uncomfortable and concerned, Emily feels the most authentic with comedic timing that lands in every instance. Jason Schwartzman is as odd as we've ever seen him. As we're use to his quirky comic ways as seen in "Rushmore" and "I Heart Huckabee's," he brings Kurt to a dimension that was probably unrealized in its early inception. When Schwartzman lands, its lands exceptionally well, but when the character displays unflattering and odd behavior, Schwartzman's talents can't save him from spiraling downward. And finally with the sexiness and beauty of Judith Godrèche, there's not much that can go wrong except that Brice uses her arbitrarily at times and doesn't allow the Charlotte to explore the more interesting avenues of herself.
This doesn't all point to the film as a complete failure. The first half is toxically weird and brings out some of the biggest chuckles. When the story turns in a completely different direction, all leading to an unearned ending, it ultimately just lacks clear satisfaction. If so for the cast and its few bits at dark humor, "The Overnight" can be a fine watch for the independent film lover.
"The Overnight" opens in theaters on June 19.
In a film like this, that heavily relies on its script and quick wit and humor, Brice, who both writes and directs, relies far too much on the physical comedic tones rather than focusing on strong characters with a clearly defined destinations. "The Overnight" tells the story of Alex (Scott) and Emily (Schilling), two parents who just move to Los Angeles from Seattle with their son RJ. When they meet Kurt (Schwartzman) at a park with his son Max, he invites them for a play date at his house where he lives with his wife Charlotte (Godrèche). The evening goes as typical before the children are sent to bed and weird things start happening.
Through silly prosthetics, random sexcapades, and a very blundering, borderline amateurish orgy scene, "The Overnight" never really gets off the ground as its intended. Adam Scott relentlessly attempts to bring a sensitivity to Alex, but Brice's script never fully allows him to explore something new. Taylor Schilling is the film's real standout. Infectiously uncomfortable and concerned, Emily feels the most authentic with comedic timing that lands in every instance. Jason Schwartzman is as odd as we've ever seen him. As we're use to his quirky comic ways as seen in "Rushmore" and "I Heart Huckabee's," he brings Kurt to a dimension that was probably unrealized in its early inception. When Schwartzman lands, its lands exceptionally well, but when the character displays unflattering and odd behavior, Schwartzman's talents can't save him from spiraling downward. And finally with the sexiness and beauty of Judith Godrèche, there's not much that can go wrong except that Brice uses her arbitrarily at times and doesn't allow the Charlotte to explore the more interesting avenues of herself.
This doesn't all point to the film as a complete failure. The first half is toxically weird and brings out some of the biggest chuckles. When the story turns in a completely different direction, all leading to an unearned ending, it ultimately just lacks clear satisfaction. If so for the cast and its few bits at dark humor, "The Overnight" can be a fine watch for the independent film lover.
"The Overnight" opens in theaters on June 19.
"The Overnght" is a night you'll never forget.
CleveMan6613 July 2015
"Can we have a sleepover?" If you're a parent, you've probably heard that question before. If you don't have children, you probably remember asking that question of your parents. Either way, you understand that there will probably be little, if any, actual sleeping. Kids wouldn't put it this way, but what they want is to bond – and they'll do it by having fun. They'll watch videos, play games, talk, act a little crazy and probably not go to bed until the sun is starting to come up. Now, what if everything I just described involved a group of adults? All those activities would take on a different connotation, wouldn't they? That's the scenario that develops in the comedy-drama "The Overnight" (R, 1:19).
Alex (Adam Scott) and Emily (Taylor Schilling) move from Seattle to California and they're a little concerned about their prospects for meeting new people and making friends. When they take their son RJ (R.J. Hermes) to a local park, they meet a neighborhood couple named Kurt and Charlotte (Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godrèche) whose son Max (Max Moritt) has started playing with RJ. Kurt offers to turn his family's weekly pizza night into a play date for the two boys. Alex and Emily hesitate , but end up gladly accepting, thinking that they may come out of this get together with an "instant friendship".
Kurt seems like this really cool guy, which he is, and so is his wife Charlotte, and both couples' sons are getting along famously. It almost seems too good to be true. As dinner winds down, Alex and Emily are in awe of Kurt and Charlotte's beautiful home and wonderful hospitality, but they feel that it's time to take their son home and put him to bed. Kurt and Charlotte won't hear of it. They're enjoying the evening as much as their guests so Kurt puts the boys to bed. The four adults are now free to enjoy each other's company as long as they like.
Kurt and Charlotte are extremely interesting, talented and generous people. They're also both very much free spirits. Kurt is an educated L.A. liberal and his wife is French, so The evening turns into an overnight and gets progressively more interesting as it goes along. Alex and Emily grow uncomfortable with some of the things that happen, but they're not prudes or squares and they're having a really good time, so, with encouraging words from their hosts, some alcohol and a bit of marijuana, they start to loosen up and begin doing things that shock themselves and each other.
Now, I can't go much further without spoiling the fun, so I'll just say two more things. 1) The two couples' overnighter also involves unusual videos and paintings, a pool and a hot tub, some increasingly bizarre conversations, an alcohol run that turns into something else, some arguments and misunderstandings and an ending that is as surprising as it is abrupt. 2) Based on what I've written here, you probably think you know exactly what happens in this movie, but you're probably wrong.
"The Overnight" has been described as a sex comedy, a mystery, a drama, etc. It's all of those and none of those at the same time. It's also an examination of marriage in the 21st century, a meditation on the differences among people, a lesson on the proverbial "slippery slope" and a roller coaster of surprises. It's original but strange, simple but well-written and awkward but very well-acted. If you have an open mind and enjoy having (or just seeing) new experiences, it's worth checking out. "B"
Alex (Adam Scott) and Emily (Taylor Schilling) move from Seattle to California and they're a little concerned about their prospects for meeting new people and making friends. When they take their son RJ (R.J. Hermes) to a local park, they meet a neighborhood couple named Kurt and Charlotte (Jason Schwartzman and Judith Godrèche) whose son Max (Max Moritt) has started playing with RJ. Kurt offers to turn his family's weekly pizza night into a play date for the two boys. Alex and Emily hesitate , but end up gladly accepting, thinking that they may come out of this get together with an "instant friendship".
Kurt seems like this really cool guy, which he is, and so is his wife Charlotte, and both couples' sons are getting along famously. It almost seems too good to be true. As dinner winds down, Alex and Emily are in awe of Kurt and Charlotte's beautiful home and wonderful hospitality, but they feel that it's time to take their son home and put him to bed. Kurt and Charlotte won't hear of it. They're enjoying the evening as much as their guests so Kurt puts the boys to bed. The four adults are now free to enjoy each other's company as long as they like.
Kurt and Charlotte are extremely interesting, talented and generous people. They're also both very much free spirits. Kurt is an educated L.A. liberal and his wife is French, so The evening turns into an overnight and gets progressively more interesting as it goes along. Alex and Emily grow uncomfortable with some of the things that happen, but they're not prudes or squares and they're having a really good time, so, with encouraging words from their hosts, some alcohol and a bit of marijuana, they start to loosen up and begin doing things that shock themselves and each other.
Now, I can't go much further without spoiling the fun, so I'll just say two more things. 1) The two couples' overnighter also involves unusual videos and paintings, a pool and a hot tub, some increasingly bizarre conversations, an alcohol run that turns into something else, some arguments and misunderstandings and an ending that is as surprising as it is abrupt. 2) Based on what I've written here, you probably think you know exactly what happens in this movie, but you're probably wrong.
"The Overnight" has been described as a sex comedy, a mystery, a drama, etc. It's all of those and none of those at the same time. It's also an examination of marriage in the 21st century, a meditation on the differences among people, a lesson on the proverbial "slippery slope" and a roller coaster of surprises. It's original but strange, simple but well-written and awkward but very well-acted. If you have an open mind and enjoy having (or just seeing) new experiences, it's worth checking out. "B"
Sad regression
YAS9 April 2023
At first I thought this was going to be one of those entertaining "seduction" (or "attempted seduction") movies, on the order of Radley Metzger's 1975 confection SCORE. Alas, in the 50 years since that one came out, timidity has overcome Hollywood and this poor lame tale, which probably started out as a clever stage play, becomes a fiesta of fake rubber genitalia and you can practically see all the scars in the screenplay where the timid makers said "Oh we better not say/do that, someone might be offended" so they take the vanilla road instead. Overall, a wasted opportunity to make a cutting black comedy turns into a piffling thing that could have been made for TV.
The Sleepover
michaelradny22 September 2015
This is a wildly crazy fun film, full of over the top bizarre behaviors and antics. The Overnight is a special type of film that only a minute sample of people will truly appreciate; those people being of a similar wild and open to exploration type. However, whilst some things were a bit quirky for even my taste, the majority of the film sat very well with me as I invested myself in this truly engrossing film.
Nothing was going to prepare me for this out there film. It feels like the creators took a huge risk with this one and it has become a film that really worked. Every stunt that seemed edgy was pulled off to perfection and the ending had something magical in it that will always leave a good lasting impression.
Nothing was going to prepare me for this out there film. It feels like the creators took a huge risk with this one and it has become a film that really worked. Every stunt that seemed edgy was pulled off to perfection and the ending had something magical in it that will always leave a good lasting impression.
Just... wow!
hectorcbs7 April 2016
I have just finished the movie and I have no words to define this movie. Just... wow! I have no idea how to describe it at all. At the beginning, it seemed the typical movie about couples having dinner, having fun together and so on but oh my gosh! it changed totally in the middle of it! Weird stuff started to coming by... and boom... the end (what an end!). You won't totally be able to find another movie like The overnight easily, it's something completely different that at least, I used to watch. I cannot say it's a good movie but it's not a bad one either. I would like to finish my review like I started... wow! Be ready because you are gonna freak out completely! Enjoy it!
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