Flock of Dudes is a 2016 American comedy film directed by Bob Castrone.[1] The film premiered at the LA Film Festival on June 13, 2015, and stars Chris D'Elia, Hannah Simone and Hilary Duff.[2] Flock of Dudes is loosely based upon the experiences of the script writers.[3] It was released in the United States on September 30, 2016.
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| Directed by | Bob Castrone |
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| Cinematography | Yaron Levy |
| Edited by | Lawrence Jordan |
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Production company | Kilburn Media |
| Distributed by | Starz Digital |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Plot
editAdam (Chris D'Elia) is a 30-something man child who lives a ridiculous lifestyle with his three lifelong friends. After he is evicted from the house they ruined together, and his ex starts dating a successful celebrity, Adam decides it is time to grow up by "breaking up" with his friends.
Cast
edit- Chris D'Elia as Adam
- Skylar Astin as David
- Bryan Greenberg as Barrett
- Hannah Simone as Beth
- Hilary Duff as Amanda
- Jamie Chung as Katherine
- Melissa Rauch as Jamie
- Brett Gelman as Howie
- Eric André as Mook
- Marc Maron as Richtman
- Kumail Nanjiani as Ro
- Hannibal Buress as Pussypop
- Timothy Simons as Butler
- Jeffrey Ross as Masturbator
- Mario Lopez as himself
- Kea Ho as Lola
- Kelen Coleman as Krista
- Carly Craig as Zane
- Jon Gabrus as Gabrus
- Mitch Eakins as Nelson
- David Neher as Lyle
- Vagna Kobe as Joe
- Peri Gilpin as Adam's mom
- Ray Liotta as Uncle Reed
Production
editFilming began on Flock of Dudes in June 2013 in Los Angeles and Whittier, California.[4][5] Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, and Jeff Ross were named as participating in the film along with Blake Griffin.[6][7] Lea Michele was temporarily attached to the film but withdrew from the project after the death of her boyfriend Cory Monteith.[8] Flock of Dudes moved into post-production in August 2013.[9][10]
Reception
editOn review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 36% based on 11 reviews, with an average rating of 5.33/10.[11]
References
edit- ^ Williams, Ashley Michelle. "Westminster Native Makes Feature Film Debut As Writer, Producer". WBAL. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ Flannery, Megan. "Alumni 'flock' to big screen spring 2014". The Towerlight. Archived from the original on October 2, 2013. Retrieved September 22, 2013.
- ^ "Md. filmmaker hopes to make it big with new comedy". WBAL TV. Archived from the original on 26 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ "NBA Star Blake Griffin Eyed For 'Flock Of Dudes'; Comedy Adds Melissa Rauch". Deadline. 23 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ Fullam, Peter (2013-07-07). "Whittier works to keep its film-friendly reputation". Whittier Daily News. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ "Bro Breakup Comedy 'Flock Of Dudes' Adds Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, Jeff Ross". Deadline. 18 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ Smith, Michael. "Blake Griffin: Los Angeles Clipper, Hollywood actor". Tulsa World. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ "Lea Michele No Longer Attached to Skylar Astin Movie: Because of Cory?". Wet Paint. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ Ellin, Simone (August 15, 2013). "Major Dude". Jewish Times. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ Oland, Brandon. "Q and A: Former Westminster resident produces first film in Los Angeles". Carrol County Times. Archived from the original on 22 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
- ^ "Flock of Dudes". Rotten Tomatoes.