Madtown (2016)
A stand-up comedian confesses to a murder on-stage at an open mic night to a shocked audience - his crime the result of a deadly triangle formed between his older sister, just released from prison after a 20-year stay for the murder of their parents, the loving bond he now shares with a caring surrogate family, and the ultimate choice he must make between them - his dysfunctional blood ties with his own sister, or his picturesque view of the ideal family.
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Highly Overrated But Still Good
Excellent, Without a doubt!!
It's hard to see any effort in the film. There's no comedy to speak of, no real drama and, worst of all.
This is one of the few movies I've ever seen where the whole audience broke into spontaneous, loud applause a third of the way in.
The creativity the director put into this film is outstanding. A phenomenal script from start to finish! A must see!
The film centers on the life of Denny Briggs (Milo Ventimiglia) who we first meet doing stand-up comedy. We then watch the events leading up to this point, including his tragic childhood. His sister Madison (Amanda Aday) is in jail for protecting him from his parents. Denny starts to work at the Miller's restaurant, where they treat him like the family he always wanted. This is contrasted by his actual family when his sister is released from jail and becomes the family he doesn't want. Is blood thicker than water? This is an engaging drama that may not appeal to everyone due to the speed and length. The acting was top notch and the idea of what constitutes a family is challenged. Guide: F-word. Implied sex. No nudity.
Great! Truly made an impact! Milo Ventimiglia is exceptional!
Engaging characters and good story line, its a good independent film. check out reviews at rotten tomatoes. the story is very believable and engaging. quality actors