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  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • International Film Circuit
  • 1 h 30 m
  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • International Film Circuit
  • 1 h 30 m

Summary As a child, Jamie Lesser watched "Strictly Ballroom" ninety-seven times a day and dreamed of becoming a salsa dancer. But in 'real life,' his social awkwardness, failed love life and severe near-sightedness got in his way. After insurmountable disappointments, he turns to his estranged sister, Lianne, a streetwise, self-proclaimed hip ho...

Directed By: Marlene Rhein

Written By: Marlene Rhein

  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • International Film Circuit
  • 1 h 30 m
  • 2009
  • Not Rated
  • International Film Circuit
  • 1 h 30 m

The Big Shot-Caller

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Summary As a child, Jamie Lesser watched "Strictly Ballroom" ninety-seven times a day and dreamed of becoming a salsa dancer. But in 'real life,' his social awkwardness, failed love life and severe near-sightedness got in his way. After insurmountable disappointments, he turns to his estranged sister, Lianne, a streetwise, self-proclaimed hip ho...

Directed By: Marlene Rhein

Written By: Marlene Rhein

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Generally Unfavorable Based on 5 Critic Reviews
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40
Too many threads are woven together here, but occasionally, it just connects.
By Joe Neumaier FULL REVIEW
40
The characters' quirks lend The Big Shot-Caller a certain authenticity, and it is easy to empathize with Mr. Rhein's Lonely Guy in the City. But this minuscule indie variation of "Saturday Night Fever" moves only in fits and starts. When it ends on a cautiously upbeat note, you feel that you have seen just the stumbling first act of an unfinished drama.
By Stephen Holden FULL REVIEW
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The result is a rough-edged, head-scratching mix of tones. Fortunately, musicvideo vet Rhein's competent helming skills counterbalance her off-putting dialogue and flat acting style so that the picture doesn't come off strictly amateur.
By Ronnie Scheib FULL REVIEW
25
Marlene Rhein has directed 40 music videos, including ones for Tupac Shakur and Amy Winehouse. Judging by this, her feature debut, she should stick with the music.
By V.A. Musetto FULL REVIEW
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An overaffected, preachy drama.
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Production Company Mélange Studio Productions, Stella Films, The Mik'ael Group, Themik'aelgroup
Release Date May 15, 2009
Duration 1 h 30 m
Rating Not Rated
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Tagline Sometimes you have to break down to break through.
Website http://www.myspace.com/thebigshotcaller
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