My Name Is Bruce (2007)

Director:

Bruce Campbell

Writer (WGA):

Mark Verheiden (written by)

Release Date:

13 February 2009 (UK)

Genre:

Comedy | Horror

Tagline:

Kick some Ash

Plot:

B Movie Legend Bruce Campbell is mistaken for his character Ash from the Evil Dead trilogy and forced to fight a real monster in a small town in Oregon.

Plot Keywords:

Demon | B Movie | Agent | Birthday | Small Town

Cast

Bruce Campbell	...	Bruce Campbell
Grace Thorsen	...	Kelly Graham
Taylor Sharpe	...	Jeff
Ted Raimi	...	Mills Toddner / Wing / Sign Painter
Ben L. McCain	...	Mayor (as Ben McCain)
Ellen Sandweiss	...	Cheryl
Timothy Patrick Quill	...	Frank (as Tim Quill)
Dan Hicks	...	Dirt Farmer
Logan Martin	...	Clayton
Ali Akay	...	Little Debbie
Ariel Badenhop	...	Big Debbie
James J. Peck	...	Guan-Di / Cavealien Monster
Jen Brown	...	Petra (as Jennifer Brown)
Kurt Rauf	...	Cinematographer
Michael Kallio	...	Hack Director / Annoyed Townie (as Mike Kallio)

MPAA:

Rated R for language and some violence.

Runtime:

86 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

USA:R | Australia:M | UK:15 | Finland:K-15 | Singapore:M18

Filming Locations:

Gold Lick, Oregon, USA

Company:

Dark Horse Entertainment

Trivia:

During the town meeting, where the Dirt Farmer and Frank are revealed to be lovers, Frank says "I wish I could quit you", which is a reference to the line "I wish I knew how to quit you" from Brokeback Mountain (2005).

Goofs:

Continuity: As Bruce is being mobbed by fans after leaving the studio, the position of his fans changes quickly between shots.

Quotes:

Bruce Campbell: Sleep with the scorpions, bitch!

Movie Connections:

References Warlock (1989)

Soundtrack:

The Legend of Guandi

My Name Is Bruce: Entertaining, Funny, A Definite Must For BC Fans!

I was extremely fortunate to obtain a ticket to the very first screening of "My Name Is Bruce" during the Ashland Independent Film Festival in Southern Oregon. Bruce appeared there in person and he was as charming, funny and charismatic as his alter egos on screen. It was a real privilege! Before and after the show, Bruce talked a bit about how making a film in one's hometown, how great it was for him to "be able make a film and sleep in his own bed for the first time in 10 years" and that you don't need a big Hollywood studio and a big blockbuster budget to make a good movie everyone can enjoy.

He proved his point completely with the screening of this film. "My Name Is Bruce" was filmed entirely on located in the Rogue Valley, casting locals in many of the major roles, who all did a wonderful job. No big celebrity names, exotic locations or blue screen studios were necessary in making this a real good movie.

But enough patting on the back.

If you love any of the Evil Dead movies, if you've ever loved him as the dashing king of thieves in Xena: Warrior Princess, or if you've just been charmed by his delightful cameos in the Spiderman films, you will LOVE "My Name Is Bruce"! Even if you don't know that much about Bruce Campell and you just happen to be a fan of B-Movies, I still think you will enjoy this movie. Everything we love about Bruce is played so well over the top you can't help but laugh yourself silly! Bruce takes no mercy in making fun of himself - in this film, he's a washed up, boozing, C-movie actor, who's just finalized his divorce, making horrible alien movie sequels while treating his devoted fans like crap (the scene where he kicks a fan in a wheelchair down a hill - PRICELESS - but just one of many)! This, of course, all done in comedic good taste. None of this could be considered is autobiographical, and it's far from some cheesy Lifetime channel oh-pity-me "the Bruce Campbell story" special. As Bruce beats himself up, we all laugh our bums off.

Then, there is of course, the evil monster, Quan-Di, who's chops peoples' heads off in a cool, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon style. I would also like to add by the way that this Chinese God of Bean Curd has his own folksong sung by two humble guitar players, and it's a rather catchy-tune. Quite frankly, if you don't leave the theatre singing: "Quan You, Quan Me, Quan Di...", well then I just don't know what to say to you. ;) The violence in this movie is very much like what you may find in the Evil Dead movies. There's much homage from that.

Something else in this movie that's uber-cool and cult fans will enjoy: Ted Raimi... Is... EVERYWHERE in this film. He has (as far as I could count) three different significant roles, which are both delightful and hilarious to watch.

The movie also takes some of its strength from the two main supporting roles, the plucky fan boy who practically worships Bruce Campell (whose name I can't remember at the moment) and his mother, played by Grace Thorsen.

I should note that what I saw was a rough cut of the film, not entirely finished, so I don't know the names of all the actors because there were no opening and closing credits. So, sorry for now, plucky fan boy who worships Bruce Campell. I thought you were very good, but I can't remember your name. And kudos to the actor who played Quan-Di, who's physical characterizations behind the mask made him more than just another monster.

In conclusion, when there is a final cut and it lands in theaters in October, do go see it. It was quite an entertaining film and well worth seeing it on the big screen. I would write more, because this movie ROCKED in practically every detail, but I fear I'd be giving too much away. Just take my word for it: it's groovy, baby. Go see it.