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Overnight

Play trailer Poster for Overnight R Released Nov 5, 2004 1h 55m Documentary Play Trailer Watchlist
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78% Tomatometer 77 Reviews 72% Popcornmeter 2,500+ Ratings
This documentary follows Troy Duffy, a brash, foul-mouthed bartender whose screenplay for an action film called "Boondock Saints" scores him a generous contract to write and direct the film for Harvey Weinstein at Miramax Studios. Duffy's band, the Brood, is also in the midst of signing a contract with Madonna's Maverick Records. Duffy's fiery manner is instrumental to his success, but when the deals go sour, no one seems safe from his explosive temper.
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This absorbing but wince-inducing documentary is a cautionary tale about the costs of hubris in the world of indie film.

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Nathan Rabin AV Club Tony Montana and Mark Brian Smith's acidic, vitriolic takedown of Duffy boasts the abrasive intensity of a migraine headache and the depth and scope of a bona fide American tragedy. May 10, 2008 Full Review David Fear Time Out A portrait of Hollywood hubris extraordinaire. Aug 16, 2007 Full Review Peter Travers Rolling Stone [An] unflinching depiction of a would-be Tarantino turning himself into chopped liver. Rated: 3/4 Aug 14, 2007 Full Review Miles Fielder The List There's an element of revenge in it, with the filmmakers editing their footage in a way that highlights Duffy's bad behavior -- but, for the most part, their subject sinks himself. Rated: 3/5 Apr 25, 2019 Full Review Miami Herald Rated: 1/4 Apr 20, 2012 Full Review Jarrod Walker FilmFocus Rated: 4/5 Oct 18, 2008 Full Review Read all reviews

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Geke g The real arthouse film Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Audience Member A great documentary touching on the subject of indie filmmaking and its hubris! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/20/24 Full Review Bulgantamir B The director's skills are good Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/02/24 Full Review Munkhjargal A this documentary follows Troy Duffy, a bartender who was given a generous contract by the director. Duffy's band The Brood are also in the process of signing with Madonna's Maverick Records. Duffy's frenzy plays a key role in his success, but no one is safe from his explosive temper when a deal goes awry. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/28/24 Full Review Bahad j The idea behind this movie moved me a lot, but it was a movie with really satisfying expectations.wow best Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/01/24 Full Review Audience Member While The Boondock Saints is blatant piece of unwatchable Tarantino poaching, Overnight is the train derailment that you can't take your eyes off. An absolute lesson session in what NOT to do in life. EVER. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/28/21 Full Review Read all reviews
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Tony Montana

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Synopsis This documentary follows Troy Duffy, a brash, foul-mouthed bartender whose screenplay for an action film called "Boondock Saints" scores him a generous contract to write and direct the film for Harvey Weinstein at Miramax Studios. Duffy's band, the Brood, is also in the midst of signing a contract with Madonna's Maverick Records. Duffy's fiery manner is instrumental to his success, but when the deals go sour, no one seems safe from his explosive temper.
Director
Mark Brian Smith, Tony Montana
Producer
Mark Brian Smith, Tony Montana
Screenwriter
Anthony Pertesis, Mark Brian Smith
Distributor
ThinkFilm
Production Co
Black & White Productions
Rating
R (Pervasive Strong Language|Some Nudity|Sexual References)
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 5, 2004, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 18, 2016
Runtime
1h 55m
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