12 reviews
This moves along in a good-natured way, with mainly predictable steps. Once we get to the offices of a porn site/magazine, there are some easy jokes off sex toys, etc. And a few stock characters - a malevolent loser, a slightly creepy if sweet nerd, a decent potential love interest. Elizabeth Gilles looks a little like she wandered out of "Two Broke Girls" and has a similar mix of conventional and adventurous sexuality. Her surprise mission is vaguely reminiscent of "Ugly Betty" or "The Devil Wore Prada", with her out to save a world she initially doesn't sympathize with at all; at moments it feels a little like "Emily in Paris" if Emily had ended up in a completely unfamiliar industry rather than a new city. The ultimate outcome isn't particularly surprising, but the journey to get there is painless enough if you're not watching too closely.
Despite its unserious tone, this movie proves to be a delightful and engaging comedic romp throughout. Elizabeth Gillies shines in her role, skillfully portraying a strong female presence in the workplace. Each of the coworkers feel right, even if they are a bit cliche (the mean one, the weird one, the old man, and the one you want to be with).
Every joke hits its mark, with several delivering laugh-out-loud moments. Considering its modest budget and relatively short production schedule, it offers a refreshing blend of comedy and a contemporary perspective on the adult entertainment industry.
Every joke hits its mark, with several delivering laugh-out-loud moments. Considering its modest budget and relatively short production schedule, it offers a refreshing blend of comedy and a contemporary perspective on the adult entertainment industry.
The greatest thing about comedy is relatability, believability, and something an audience identifies with. This has none of that. Our main character is just that, a character. She acts, speaks and behaves exactly like a fictional character written by someone trying to make a funny feminist- which do not exist. When someone has so many things so far up her butt, she is nothing but insufferable all the time. No sane adult would speak or act like anyone does in this movie. Imagine a neurotic 6 year old who has learned adult language... that is our main character and nothing can explain why she turned out the way she has. Its not funny. Its not witty. Its the worst representation of 20-somwthings I've ever seen. Puke.
- jbenning09
- Aug 9, 2024
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I have watched I don't know how many movies, but this has to be on eof the worst.
I seriously have to ponder who comes up with this stuff, it's like they expect that because the film touches on to a sexually subject people will be want to watch it.
And they try that path straight up with the language and discussing porn early on.
The movie has no substance in where it is going to go, it is is saying watch me for shock value, the actors are not appealing or entertaining, and I would expect that this is to no surprise, considering the script they have to deal with.
It is an absymal movie and one not to watch.
I seriously have to ponder who comes up with this stuff, it's like they expect that because the film touches on to a sexually subject people will be want to watch it.
And they try that path straight up with the language and discussing porn early on.
The movie has no substance in where it is going to go, it is is saying watch me for shock value, the actors are not appealing or entertaining, and I would expect that this is to no surprise, considering the script they have to deal with.
It is an absymal movie and one not to watch.
- stevebrooker
- Jul 19, 2024
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This was one of the worst movies representing young people I can imagine. Especially for young women.
Absolutely NO ONE ever talked or behaved like this in their professional life. And its not part of the comedy!
From the start, the young female protagonist uses the F word and crude affectations in conducting herself in her professional and personal life. Its horrible!
The writing isn't funny or edgy or interesting.
Im not sure who thought that there would be an audience for this terribly conceived saga of a 20-something professional "journalist" in Los Angeles trying to find her way. At least it is on Tubi, where very few people will have to get through it.
Absolutely NO ONE ever talked or behaved like this in their professional life. And its not part of the comedy!
From the start, the young female protagonist uses the F word and crude affectations in conducting herself in her professional and personal life. Its horrible!
The writing isn't funny or edgy or interesting.
Im not sure who thought that there would be an audience for this terribly conceived saga of a 20-something professional "journalist" in Los Angeles trying to find her way. At least it is on Tubi, where very few people will have to get through it.
The movie was really entertaining to watch. The storyline could have been a little better it felt a bit rushed but it's understandable since it's a movie and they did not have a lot of time for really deep storylines. The actors were all so good especially the lead Elizabeth and Harvey. Their comedic timing were in point. I would be interest in a sequel to get to know all the characters a little more. It would be interesting to explore Ruby's relationship with her coworkers outside of work and also her relationship with her dad and his new child. Overall a fun movie to watch. The cast and crew did a good job on this indie.
Wow are they still making movies like this?
I mean, the times have changed people. This is a Millennial / Gen Z stereotype at this point.
Every sentence uttered by the main character, Elizabeth Gillies, contains the word F$k or C$nt. Like it's so provocative and funny. Ho ho ho.
It's basically commonplace to hear girls talk this way anymore. It's not amusing like it used to be (back when tomboys were a thing) it's just gross. Is Ellie Kanner (director) this detached from what is in? I just can't believe that the director, producers, and the studio, seriously think this movie would produce a fan following or even positive reviews, or even a chuckle.
All the acting is cliche, the characters are cringy as hell (especially Elizabeth Gillies). The storyline is absolutely ridiculous, and for some reason the director thought this was going to be a hit. Oh yeah it's stellar.
This movie is just more of the same old crap that we've been fed by the studios that are just churning out ugly society in the "Universe" of god awful movies. Not B movies, they were actually amusing. This kind of movie makes you sick to your stomach and question whether we even live in a society.
Good luck selling a hundred views.
I mean, the times have changed people. This is a Millennial / Gen Z stereotype at this point.
Every sentence uttered by the main character, Elizabeth Gillies, contains the word F$k or C$nt. Like it's so provocative and funny. Ho ho ho.
It's basically commonplace to hear girls talk this way anymore. It's not amusing like it used to be (back when tomboys were a thing) it's just gross. Is Ellie Kanner (director) this detached from what is in? I just can't believe that the director, producers, and the studio, seriously think this movie would produce a fan following or even positive reviews, or even a chuckle.
All the acting is cliche, the characters are cringy as hell (especially Elizabeth Gillies). The storyline is absolutely ridiculous, and for some reason the director thought this was going to be a hit. Oh yeah it's stellar.
This movie is just more of the same old crap that we've been fed by the studios that are just churning out ugly society in the "Universe" of god awful movies. Not B movies, they were actually amusing. This kind of movie makes you sick to your stomach and question whether we even live in a society.
Good luck selling a hundred views.
- Justaguywhokeepsereal
- Jul 18, 2024
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This was pretty tastefully done. I was shocked to see the one very low review so far. This movie has a heavy topic and in my opinion could almost be on Lifetime be because despite being about porn and a few very lightly risqué scenes, it's practically a PG movie.
I thought the cast pf characters were spectacular. Each person had a pivotal role when it came down to character development.
Tubi content for African-Americans has become so formulaic. I wish more films that are Tubi originals would have black folks dealing with life in a comedic melodrama. I just want to see Tubi branch out the repetitive topics! Thanks.
I thought the cast pf characters were spectacular. Each person had a pivotal role when it came down to character development.
Tubi content for African-Americans has become so formulaic. I wish more films that are Tubi originals would have black folks dealing with life in a comedic melodrama. I just want to see Tubi branch out the repetitive topics! Thanks.
- romeovision2002
- Jul 20, 2024
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I stumbled on this, watched the little opening clip that seemed intriguing and fired it up, not expecting that I would watch more than 5 minutes. Turned out it was a really fun, very well written and well acted movie. All to often with streaming movies I end up pausing and looking to see "how much longer" but not this time.
The basic storyline (out of work young woman falls into a job and does ridiculously well) has been done over and over, but the movie manages to make it fresh and funny, with some unexpected twists and turns. Definitely some "laugh out loud" moments.
All of characters are spot on and the laughs don't feel forced. It does get raunchy in spots but even if you think you might be offended, I highly recommend firing it up... you may find yourself laughing.
The basic storyline (out of work young woman falls into a job and does ridiculously well) has been done over and over, but the movie manages to make it fresh and funny, with some unexpected twists and turns. Definitely some "laugh out loud" moments.
All of characters are spot on and the laughs don't feel forced. It does get raunchy in spots but even if you think you might be offended, I highly recommend firing it up... you may find yourself laughing.
- davegold-07331
- Jul 21, 2024
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A fun lighthearted romp into behind-the-scenes at an adult industry magazine publisher. Really lovely set design and fun colorful costumes. The story is cute following a journalist who almost experiences a late coming of age. The story really drew me in and made me forget about so much else going on in the world. A real breather from the every day grind. We need more of these movies. Great direction! There are some funny one liners. My favorite character was Nelson, he reminded me of Herve from "call my agent" which I thoroughly enjoyed. Make sure to watch Spread when the kids aren't around. 9/10.
- dorizuckerman
- Jul 26, 2024
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I had no idea what to expect but I am really happy I found this for my girlfriends. It had a unique style and we laughed out loud (ok giggling too) last night. We even learned some new vocabulary and found some new ideas....
Terrific cast -I really loved the connection between Harvey and Elizabeth and there was even a moving scene with them that was surprising. I liked that it wasn't so much about 'sex' but that there was a storyline I could follow- light and fun for a girls night...it gave us quite a bit to talk about.
Definitely not suitable for the kids but certainly could be a conversation starter for a partners. Interesting take on a 'taboo' industry and it was great to see the influence a woman could have in that male dominated world.
Terrific cast -I really loved the connection between Harvey and Elizabeth and there was even a moving scene with them that was surprising. I liked that it wasn't so much about 'sex' but that there was a storyline I could follow- light and fun for a girls night...it gave us quite a bit to talk about.
Definitely not suitable for the kids but certainly could be a conversation starter for a partners. Interesting take on a 'taboo' industry and it was great to see the influence a woman could have in that male dominated world.
- nogodnomasters
- Jul 28, 2024
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