On DVD (2007). Rated PG, 88 minutes. Trailer.
For me, Jemaine Clement can do no wrong. In the New Zealand independent film Eagle vs. Shark, he stars as the love interest of the film's protagonist, Lily. Each are equally socially awkward and classicly nerdy. After they become involved at a very nerdy 'animal party', they travel to his family's house in rural New Zealand so that he can confront a bully from his high school days. While there, Lily learns about his family and he finally embraces Lily. Click below for more on EVS:
The film is basically the New Zealand Napoleon Dynamite starring Jemaine Clement. There are also some elements of Greenberg and the Australian film The Castle. Lots of laugh out loud moments and for the Conchord fan, you will see lots of Jemaine's character traits (creation of a watch/wallet) and mannerisms, which is a good thing. He is especially funny as he 'trains' for the fight and then the actual 'fight' with the bully is classic. This film is likely one that gets funnier with each viewing. Lily is a good character (I love that her fighting name was "Dangerous Person") and the writing is well done, but the film is extremly indi-fied and has a hard time getting out of that rut. A must for Jemaine fans.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Eagle vs. Shark - B
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My photo verifies a passing interest in this. Though I didn't much care for Gentlemen Broncos (despite Clement and Rockwell).
You'll like this more than Broncos - the female character is very engaging and Jemaine throws out about 50 lol lines.
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