Don't Tell Larry

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Zareh A I don't believe in recounting plot points, whether they're surprising spoilers or not, in a review, as I believe all movies should be experienced with a fresh set of eyes. However, I highly recommend this movie if you like dark comedies that take risks, and especially if you like comedies centered around workplace frustrations. Don't Tell Larry opens by introducing us to a few quirky but recognizable office character types. They seem to live in a universe adjacent to characters in films like Office Space and the TV show The Office. Pretty quickly, though, the characters in Don't Tell Larry quickly plunge headlong into a series of situations, getting into deeper trouble because of their own actions and bad decisions, or because some unexpected twist forces them to think quick. Of course, their troubles start with that inciting incident described in the title -- the main character's decision to not tell Larry something that if she had just told him, may have saved herself from a world of trouble. But then, of course, there would be no film. Similar to how Mike Judge's feature film "Office Space" first reached audiences as short animated films featuring the character of Milton with his recurring line, "OK, but I'm going to set the building on fire," Don't Tell Larry also began as a web series. Co-writer / directors Greg Porper and John Schimke expand upon their original shorts in this much more ambitious film. The stakes have risen exponentially for everyone involved. I admire their ambition. Without giving away anything specific, some other reviewers have commented on how the plot takes unexpected turns that did not work for them. I'd like to offer a counter argument, which is also one of the reasons I enjoyed this movie so much. This movie does not play it safe! Porper and Schimke have taken risks deciding on the situations their characters need to contend with, ratcheting up the stakes into unforeseen and dangerous territory. For me, the test about whether or not an unexpected turn of events in a story "works" is if is both fresh and exciting, while also grounded in the reality of the story's universe and the characters' personalities; is the twist a logical extension of what the characters would do? Considering how many writers play it safe and don't take creative chances, I was pleased not only by where the creative team took this story, but by the fact that it seemed both fresh, surprising, and logical. In other words, by my personal test, the story worked. Not only does the plot serve the story, but the tension created by the characters faced with how to respond to the situations they find themselves in and the unexpected turn of events are the very ingredients needed for comedy. Don't Tell Larry delivers, albeit in very dark comedic fashion. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/26/25 Full Review Kathleen C I wasn’t sure I’d like this as I’m not big on office comedies, but after the first 15 minutes I was hooked in. For one, Keil Kennedy is perfectly cast as a deliciously, somewhat creepy Larry. Suspense and humor intertwine beautifully, and subtle nods to other movies in this genre are fun. If you need a break and want to laugh, give this a try. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/24/25 Full Review Rebecca K Don’t Tell Larry is one of those movies that makes you laugh out loud. Destined to be one of my go-to feel good favorites. I highly recommend it for anyone who is looking for a hilarious cringe-fest! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/21/25 Full Review Joe S. Absurdist comedy at its best. Rarely is a character as equally lovable as they are psychotic. Don’t Tell Larry nails it. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/21/25 Full Review Rebecca B Need some dopamine? This is one of those movies that will make you belly laugh so hard your cheeks hurt. Ken Mosley shines as Patrick with his incredible ability to convey micro changes in his emotional state with the smallest of facial movements. Don't want to give much away on the plot, but once this one gets rolling you will be sucked in as both main characters (Susan and Patrick) get roped in to one thing after another...and next thing you know you're on their roller coaster ride too. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/18/25 Full Review David R A comedy with balls! Screw Larry, I’m telling everyone! As a lifelong comedy movie fan, I’m happy to see a movie like this TODAY. There’s been a shortage on awesome laughers like this, so I welcome Don’t Tell Larry with open arms. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/18/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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