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      Released Jun 28, 2023 1h 30m Comedy Drama List
      Reviews In Los Angeles in 1965, unfulfilled B-list director Gordon Flemyng (Brad Pollak) receives the screenplay of a lifetime from his old friend Robert Sabaroff (Mark Baker), who is insistent they make a film that promises to entertain like no other. With football legend, turned actor, Jim Brown (J'amore Ward) attached to the picture, it seems the sky's the limit for these two filmmakers. Desperate to finally receive the recognition he's longed for, Gordon struggles to find the balance between passion and stardom. However, when Gordon pushes the MPAA rating guidelines of traditional cinema, he finds himself in a rabbit hole he's unsure he can escape from when his movie ("The Split" 1968) receives the first ever R-rating. Read More Read Less

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      William Atticus P R takes a beautifully nostalgic approach to what are eventually heavy themes. Pollak's dialogue shines front and center, yet is never overbearing. His visionary cinematography is gorgeous for the low budget constraint, with some shots straight out of Boogie Nights. The production design, costumes, and lighting as well add to the heightened atmosphere. The story telling, however, is truly the strongpoint. Within 90 minutes Pollak tells the tale of two men trying to make their mark in the world. Now approaching that at his age is impressive enough, but having it succeed is just purely inspiring. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/16/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Eddie Harrison film-authority.com …there’s a few barnacles on this story that may well intrigue those who have a penchant for the kind of genuine dramas the go on behind the scenes of film-making… Rated: 3/5 Sep 6, 2023 Full Review Alejandro Turdo Hoy Sale Cine Leaving aside Hollywood, the MPAA and the alleged first application of the R-rating, R ends up being a captivating story where the friendship between a writer and a director proves to be so much greater than the decades old movie industry nonsense. Rated: 6/10 Aug 26, 2023 Full Review Tony Asankomah GhMovieFreak While several technical limitations might occasionally peek through, they are overshadowed by the sincerity that 'R' brings to the table in tackling this story.  Rated: 6/10 Aug 15, 2023 Full Review Bradley Gibson Film Threat The production value is at the no-budget level, as are the performances. The film’s best parts are the excellent soundtrack and cool vintage cars. Rated: 7/10 Aug 15, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis In Los Angeles in 1965, unfulfilled B-list director Gordon Flemyng (Brad Pollak) receives the screenplay of a lifetime from his old friend Robert Sabaroff (Mark Baker), who is insistent they make a film that promises to entertain like no other. With football legend, turned actor, Jim Brown (J'amore Ward) attached to the picture, it seems the sky's the limit for these two filmmakers. Desperate to finally receive the recognition he's longed for, Gordon struggles to find the balance between passion and stardom. However, when Gordon pushes the MPAA rating guidelines of traditional cinema, he finds himself in a rabbit hole he's unsure he can escape from when his movie ("The Split" 1968) receives the first ever R-rating.
      Director
      Holden Pollak
      Screenwriter
      Holden Pollak
      Distributor
      Moe's House Productions
      Genre
      Comedy, Drama
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Jun 28, 2023, Limited
      Runtime
      1h 30m