I Am Stamos (2004)

User Rating:

7.4/10   

Director:

Rob Meltzer

Writers:

Alex Eastburg (writer)
Rob Meltzer (writer)

Genre:

Comedy | Short

Tagline:

There's only one John Stamos...and his name is Andy Shrub.

Plot:

A dark comedy about a character actor whose wish to be a leading man comes true when he magically begins to photograph as John Stamos, provoking the unholy wrath of Stamos. |

Awards:

2 wins

Cast

Robert Peters	...	Andy Shrub
John Stamos	...	John Stamos
Clint Howard	...	Himself
E.E. Bell	...	Norman
Stacy Stewart	...	Heidi
Jordana Capra	...	Casting Director
Marisa Petroro	...	Ashley
Zena Leigh	...	Casting Assistant
Jack Betts	...	Preston
Jay Giannone	...	Larry
Joel Michaely	...	Photomat Clerk
Rance Howard	...	Gaffer
Michael Luckerman	...	Gordo
Al Bandiero	...	Agent
Chris Kennedy	...	J.P.

Runtime:

USA:18 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

Duality

Good satire of Hollywood's obsession with looks.

*** This comment may contain spoilers ***

This 34 minute film centers on Andy Shrub an average looking guy who is trying to make it as an actor in Hollywood. Due to his looks the best Andy can accomplish are supporting roles as the side kick to the lead. Then one day Andy has a freak accident. Andy looks the same to anyone he sees in person, but whenever he's photographed or caught on film he looks exactly like John Stamos. This opens up several doors for Andy but infuriates the real John Stamos. For only 34 minutes this film says a lot about Hollywood's obsession with looks and it's inability to relate to the average joe. Most people do not have Hollywood style looks and are often cast to the side in favor of people viewed as more attractive. This happens a lot in relationships but also in areas like employment (how many businesses hire gorgeous women and handsome men for customer service positions regardless of their qualifications). This movie shows how one man is virtually ignored because he is too average until he develops the ability to look good on camera. I've also got to give credit to John Stamos for being able to laugh at himself by doing a hilarious send up of his celebrity persona. Only a few any actors can do a good job at comedy and parody and even fewer can pull off self-parody. John Stamos does a good job at that because he feels comfortable laughing at and spoofing himself.