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Drunk Bus

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Drunk Bus

Released May 21, 2021

1h 20m

Comedy

Drama

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Michael (Charlie Tahan, OZARK) is a recent graduate whose post-college plan is derailed when his girlfriend leaves him for a job in New York City. When the bus service hires a security guard to watch over the night shift, Michael comes face to tattooed face with Pineapple, a 300-pound punk rock Samoan.

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Critics Consensus

Fueled by a blend of rowdy comedy and poignant drama, Drunk Bus takes audiences on an uncommonly rewarding coming-of-age journey.

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Phuong Le

Guardian

While the mix of drama and comedy is shaky, Drunk Bus is still a rewarding watch.

Rated: 3/5

May 25, 2021

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Monica Castillo

RogerEbert.com

A sweet, late bloomer coming-of-age comedy about learning to let go of toxic relationships and embracing new people in your life.

Rated: 3/4

May 21, 2021

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Richard Whittaker

Austin Chronicle

It's with a surprising low-key charm, with Pineapple bringing his gutterpunk Yoda vibe into Michael's carefully-constructed world of misery, and both getting a little learning from the experience.

Rated: 3/5

May 20, 2021

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Steve Morrissey

Radio Times

Though a well-travelled journey, this is a big-hearted and fun film that's well worth flagging down.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 24, 2022

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Witney Seibold

Critically Acclaimed Podcast

The central relationship between a lovelorn burnout and the free-spirited Pineapple keeps the heart in this otherwise-cliched romance film beating.

Sep 14, 2021

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Aine O'Connor

Sunday Independent (Ireland)

The film is full of laughs and exactly what it sets out to be.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 11, 2021

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KM

I would pay to ride the late shift loop with Tahan and Pineapple. Made me reflect on the crazy stuff we pulled in college.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

10/08/23

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Drunk Bus hits its stride in everything it goes for. As a current student from Kent State University, this film exemplifies exactly what the feeling of Kent, Ohio invokes. It is a college town with a lot of heart which Drunk Bus represents equally. It is a laugh-out-loud comedy, with a perfect soundtrack. This film has a great cast with Charlie Tahan from Ozark and Pineapple paying himself in this "based on true shit story." For this low-budget first ever feature film from the co-director duo, Drunk Bus is a story that everyone coming out of college needs right now. Drunk Bus is a must-see movie from any upcoming filmmaker in the industry or even someone that has gone to Kent State University.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/27/23

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Audience Member

It's not bad, it's not good, it's nothing. technically well done with good actors.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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Audience Member

There's nothing uncommon or remarkable about this story line or these performances--a rote student film with the budget for a bus. I came across this movie by chance and, being from Cleveland and Kent, I had to upvote it a little just for hometown pride. There's no reason to seek this movie out, though, and no reason to feel like you're missing anything if you pass it by.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/23/23

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I loved this movie! It was funny, poignant, and endearing. Took me back to my college days.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/07/23

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Audience Member

Reminds me of my college life at Kent State University. Always enjoyable to revisit this entertaining dark comedy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/26/23

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Synopsis

Michael (Charlie Tahan, OZARK) is a recent graduate whose post-college plan is derailed when his girlfriend leaves him for a job in New York City. When the bus service hires a security guard to watch over the night shift, Michael comes face to tattooed face with Pineapple, a 300-pound punk rock Samoan.

Director: John Carlucci, Brandon LaGanke
Producer: Eric Hollenbeck, Steven Ilous, Grant Fitch
Screenwriter: Chris Molinaro
Distributor: FilmRise
Production Co: Hollenbeck Film and Experience, Ghost+Cow Films
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 21, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 21, 2021
Runtime: 1h 20m

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