The Coalition (2013)

Four women band together to get revenge on four young successful players because the guys mistreated them in some way.

Director:

Monica Mingo

Writers:

Monica Mingo, Terrell Suggs

Stars:

Ricardo Alvarado, Sant'e Andrews, Adrienne Bailon

Cast

Credited cast:
Ricardo Alvarado	...	Poncho
Sant'e Andrews	...	Dallas
Adrienne Bailon	...	Katalina Santiago
Brad Blane	...	Bar Patron
Ingrid Clay	...	Autumn Singletary
Michelle Cohrt	...	Cathy
Trinidy Currier	...	Officer Suggs (as Trinady Currier)
Tarik Dickens	...	Gala Attendee
John Dinane	...	Club Doorman
Nadine Ellis	...	Kennedy Lorenze'
Amber Engram	...	Amber
Dawn Engram	...	Dawn
Dion Fowler	...	Mr. Rodriguez
Maria Fowler	...	Mrs. Rodriguez
Nicole Garza	...	Carnegie

Storyline

Prime Alexander is a professional athlete living the life most men dream of. He has a huge guaranteed contract, beautiful women chasing him and the best friends a man could ask for. He's used to getting what he wants, when he wants it and doesn't believe in explaining himself to anyone, especially Autumn, the beautiful woman he's been dating for a little over a year. Autumn Singletary is a wealthy socialite who doesn't understand the word no. Her relationship with Prime has more to do with appearances than real feelings but that's of no consequence when Prime decides to end their relationship by publicly humiliating her in the presence of his new interest, Skylar. The bond Prime shares with his boys, Lonzo, Kalif and Dallas has been nurtured throughout the years as the main constant in their life. They are always together. They are always taking care of each other. They are a true pact and have the secrets and the code to prove it. 1080 for life. Lonzo, Prime's very best friend, is an...

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Plot Keywords:

suspense | intrigue

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Taglines:

When the players get played, revenge is oh so sweet.

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Genres:

Comedy | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and some sexual content

Details

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

5 February 2013 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Phoenix, Arizona, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$1,000,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

13700 Films, Team Sizzle Films

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

User Reviews

An Enjoyable TV Movie RomCom • 6.5/10

Storyline: This is a fairly light hearted story of a group of young woman who have been hurt in one way or another by the men in their life. It's not original but it's still nice to see a fresh take on a familiar theme.

Acting: This is a mixed bag of talent, while the woman were great the guys were a bit flat and wooden even, at times. I don't know if it was a casting thing or perhaps the direction but if I had to guess I think it's down to a few of the actors simply not being experienced enough yet. I loved Jackée Harry as the Granny and as usual performed well. I don't think she has ever been anything but good. Adrienne Bailon (The Cheetah Girls) was also good. I just watched 'The Helpers' the other day in which Denyce Lawton had a part but I'm glad to say she was far better in this.

Direction: Writer/Director Monica Mingo has managed her first feature well and while this was not perfect it's still her debut and if more directors could do this well we would all be better off. Personally I was impressed that with a tiny budget, Monica Mingo has turned out a decent movie.

Production: This has been put together extremely well for $1 million which even for a straight to video release is still a very small budget. This movie felt like it had a far greater budget and although there were some well known actors there clearly were some raw recruits too but that's all part of the Indie Movie charm, isn't it?

Conclusion: I love Indie fliks and this was enjoyable. Even though I'm male I still got something out of it which is ultimately all that matters. Recommended.

Score: 6.5/10

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