The Fittest (2004) [N/A]

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Featuring:
Jason Madera, Angela Grant, Christina Caparoula

Written by:
Jeff Crook
Josh Crook

Directed by:
Jeff Crook, Josh Crook


Release Date:
December 18, 2004

Original Title:
The Fittest

Genres:
Comedy

Production Countries:
United States of America

Ratings / Certifications:
 N/A

Runtime: 88

Survival Isn't Everything

An engrossing clever film that reminds me of a Neil LaBute film. No one in this film is likable. That's usually the kiss of death in any film, yet the filmmakers are able to make the film engrossing without a strong hero the audience wants to root for. These people all exist left of center, but the filmmakers are able to get the audience to stick with them. Jason Madera is especially strong as Freddy, giving a touch of strength in order to convey that this guy isn't a loser. Well cast and a strong plot, the film took me in to the point that I no longer noticed the low budget and poor sound mix. The score has the right whimsy for the film though. Catch this one, it's a keeper.

Since mankind has evolved out of the caves and into tract homes, what has survival of the fittest come to mean?

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The Fittest (2004) on IMDb
Internet Movie Database 6.4/10

Director:
Jeff Crook

Writer:
Jeff Crook

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