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Set!

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Once a year, a group of feverishly determined table setters vie for the “Best of Show” ribbon at the Orange County Fair table setting competition. Often referred to as “The Olympics of Table Setting,” contestants can spend over 6 months preparing their table to compete and ultimately be judged. A mere misplaced soup spoon can mean the end for an otherwise perfect table. But like any competition, it is not without its dramatics. Old rivalries, controversy, and eccentric personalities come to a head as SET! explores topics far beyond the silverware.

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Neely Swanson Easy Reader (California) 11/12/2021
You'll just have to see it to believe it. Go to Full Review Sean Fallon Film Inquiry 08/28/2021
It's a fascinating glimpse into a whole new world and while you might not think you're interested in table setting, this movie will prove you wrong. Go to Full Review Ricardo Gallegos La Estatuilla 05/22/2021
SET! has great production values, it's light and always has a playful tone.[Full Review in Spanish] Go to Full Review Pat Mullen POV Magazine 05/22/2021
Scott Gawlik's feature debut finds a novel premise and delivers as it whisks audiences into a peculiar arena. Go to Full Review Anne Brodie What She Said 05/19/2021
A surprisingly satisfying study of a cult-like pocket of the population that competes in Table Setting. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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travis g Jul 12 Set is such a fun and unexpected documentary—I had no idea competitive table setting could be so intense and entertaining! The people in it are beyond passionate, and you really start rooting for them as they put their whole hearts into every little detail. It’s got some funny moments, some touching ones too, and the tables they create are honestly amazing. I went in not knowing what to expect and ended up totally hooked. Definitely a hidden gem worth watching! It's one of those unique documentaries you come across every once in a while and can't believe you hadn't seen it. The directing and editing are super well done. I hope there's a sequel. See more Nicolas W 05/01/2024 I just created an account to be able to say go to hell with the 100% rating. I hope RT is not actually heading in the wrong direction with these fake joke like ratings. I have always trusted RT! See more 04/21/2022 I had the good fortune to come across this movie and have been raving about it ever since. It has everything you want and more; drama, family, a little bit of sex (not really, lol!). The storytelling is amazing and I was engrossed until the very end, even with my very short attention span. I highly recommend this movie to anyone who wants something lighthearted and entertaining. See more 11/17/2021 This was a fascinating look at not only a contest I'd never heard of, but the motivations the contestants have for participating. They seemed to range from desperate need for approval to the need to make some sort of statement to runaway OCD. The production was top-notch - camera work, contestant interviews, sound. The filmmakers even sneaked in a nod to James Bond classics with a contestant (kind of a villainess) interviewed in an enormous chair petting a tiny lap dog a la the Ernst Blofeld character in "Thunderball". Saw it on Discovery+ and watched it twice. Thoroughly enjoyed it! See more 11/13/2021 The best documentary I have ever seen! I never thought I cared about table setting until I saw this film! Incredible directing and editing! 5 Stars! See more Read all reviews
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Scott Gawlik

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Scott Gawlik

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Jon Salmon

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Scott Gawlik

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Synopsis Once a year, a group of feverishly determined table setters vie for the “Best of Show” ribbon at the Orange County Fair table setting competition. Often referred to as “The Olympics of Table Setting,” contestants can spend over 6 months preparing their table to compete and ultimately be judged. A mere misplaced soup spoon can mean the end for an otherwise perfect table. But like any competition, it is not without its dramatics. Old rivalries, controversy, and eccentric personalities come to a head as SET! explores topics far beyond the silverware.
Director
Scott Gawlik
Producer
Scott Gawlik
Genre
Documentary, Special Interest
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 12, 2021
Runtime
1h 45m