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fearsmagazine · 2 years ago

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REBROKEN - Review

DISTRIBUTOR: Gravitas Ventures

SYNOPSIS: “Will is a devastated father who spends his time between court-ordered grief counseling drinking himself into oblivion. He repeats the cycle of despair every day with no plans to stop, until he meets a mysterious stranger who gives him some old vinyl recordings. After Will listens to the records, he suddenly starts receiving messages from his recently deceased daughter. As the communications from his daughter grow more and more frequent, Will becomes convinced that these recordings hold the answer to bring his daughter back from the dead. But just as he is closing in on the truth, he starts to suspect that his counseling group has ulterior motives. After the stranger disappears, Will races against time to find him so he can get the last recording, or his chance to bring his daughter back might be gone forever.”

REVIEW: REBROKEN is a metaphysical psychological thriller that feels a bit like “Jacob’s Ladder” or the 2003 horror thriller “Identity,” that overall feels like a darker tale that might be penned by screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin. There are several cast members who are also behind the camera to tell this tale of a father trying to cope with the loss of his daughter.

REBROKEN is a well-crafted screenplay. The story meters out Will’s situation that is able to sustain the big reveal right out to the last second. It does offer a few clues, but they are not obvious and some are even hidden from Will. Will is an anti-hero with numerous character flaws, but he is not presented as a totally bad guy. I did get the feeling that there was more to the story behind his daughter’s death. The other characters’ actions remain shrouded in mystery to the film’s climax, which nicely adds to the mystery and suspense. The story is nicely wrapped up by the end, although there are one or two questions left to the viewer to ponder, it felt appropriate given the tone of the film.

REBROKEN features an excellent ensemble cast. The tale centers around Will, played by Scott Hamm Duenas. He serves up a solid performance. You feel he has personal demons and that he is caught in his own personal grief loop. He creates an anti-hero who the viewer can feel sympathy for. The actors Kipp Tribble and Alison Haislip create his antagonists. As they develop they never lose the sense that the actions are motivation for Will’s benefit even though there is a level of suspicion. Tobin Bell adds this element of mystery and misdirection. He presents a wise sage that holds an alternative key to Will’s redemption. It’s a great character that needed a bit more screen time.

The film has solid production values, especially given the limited locations. There is a visual device used in the film that feels like rewinding, however, they usually come back to a point with a slightly different twist on it. It’s a well-done visual that consists of several different elements to pull off. The framing and editing creates a nice pace. I was never bored and remained engaged through to the end. Initially I was put off by the cinematography but slowly became immersed by look. Composer Wesley Hughes crafts a score that adds atmosphere and accentuates emotional moments, but there are times it is a bit loud and it stepped on the music Will played on his turntable. It felt awkward.

REBROKEN is the artistic endeavor of Scott Hamm Duenas, Kipp Tribble and Kenny Yates both in front of and behind the camera. Through the use of additional plot elements and visual stylings they put a refreshing spin on this genre film. They do an excellent job of concealing the story within the story that places Will in these surreal circumstances, and a splendid cast supports the mantle of the narrative. It feels like a “Twilight Zone” episode written by Bruce Joel Rubin and is well worth the view. I’m curious to see what this filmmaking trio might deliver next, especially if they had a slightly larger budget.

CAST: Scott Hamm Duenas, Kipp Tribble, Alison Haislip, Tobin Bell, Nija Okoro, and Kenny Yates. CREW: Director/Producer - Kenny Yates; Screenplay/Producer/Editor - Kipp Tribble; Story - Scott Hamm Duenas; Producer - Scott Hamm Duenas; Cinematographer - Nate Stifler; Score - Wesley Hughes; Production Designer - Casey Rose Daniel; Costume Designer - Alexandria Grashio; Special Makeup Effects Artist - Rebecca Hurwitz. OFFICIAL: N.A. FACEBOOK: N.A. TWITTER: N.A. TRAILER: https://youtu.be/iotgWrHVCJs RELEASE DATE: On Digital Platforms March 7th, 2023

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Reviewed by Joseph B Mauceri

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chrisgordon75 · 8 months ago

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Producer, Screenwriter and award winning actor, Scott Hamm Duenas who has a long resume including Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Cobra Kai, General Hospital and more, joined me to discuss his latest film, Final Wager, and his experience as an actor and producer. He talks about the natural progression from acting to producing and the challenges and rewards of both roles. The conversation also touches on his appearances in popular shows like Star Trek and Cobra Kai. Final Wager is a gambling movie set during Christmas, and while it doesn't have a specific message, it aims to be a fun and entertaining film. Scott emphasizes the importance of pursuing your dreams at any age and encourages listeners to check out his other films, Rebroken and The Stay. Takeaways The natural progression from acting to producing allows individuals to gain a different perspective and utilize their skills in new ways. Final Wager is a gambling movie set during Christmas, aiming to be a fun and entertaining film. Scott Hamm Duenas encourages listeners to pursue their dreams at any age and emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people. Check out Scott's other films Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:26 From Acting to Producing: Scott's Journey in the Film Industry 03:46 The Impact of Cobra Kai: A Fan Base Phenomenon 06:53 Final Wager: Producing and Uncovering Unexpected Messages 12:29 Exploring 'Final Wager': Plot, Characters, and Challenges 24:27 The Holiday Movie Genre and the Message of 'Final Wager' 27:42 Working with the Cast and Crew 30:26 Pursuing Dreams: A Message of Inspiration 30:56 New Chapter 30:57 New Chapter 2 Rebroken and The Stay, for more entertainment.

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