Martin & Orloff (2002)

This is the story of a marketing man and his shrink. A suicide attempt and a softball game; A PHD-toting stripper and a deranged Desert Storm vet; A giant sparerib costume and the world's ... See full summary »

Director:

Lawrence Blume

Writers:

Matt Walsh, Ian Roberts

Stars:

Ian Roberts, Matt Walsh, H. Jon Benjamin

2 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ian Roberts	...	Martin Flam
Matt Walsh	...	Dr. Eric Orloff
H. Jon Benjamin	...	Keith (as Jon Benjamin)
Amy Poehler	...	Patty
Kim Raver	...	Kashia
Matt Besser	...	Ron
Les Mau	...	Mr. Chan (as Les J.N. Mau)
David Cross	...	Dan Wassermann
Katie Roberts	...	Donna
Sal E. Graziano	...	Jimbo
Marylouise Burke	...	Mrs. Flam
Miriam Tolan	...	Linda
Teddy Coluca	...	Petros
Andy Richter	...	Maitre 'D
Rachel Dratch	...	Southern Woman

Storyline

This is the story of a marketing man and his shrink. A suicide attempt and a softball game; A PHD-toting stripper and a deranged Desert Storm vet; A giant sparerib costume and the world's largest peenis; John Woo-style violence and Steel Magnolia-esque pathos. This is the story of Martin & Orloff.

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Plot Keywords:

suicide | upright citizens brigade | alternative comedy | comedy team | comedy troupe | 

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Taglines:

Martin Flam recently tried to kill himself. His psychiatrist may finish the job...

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Genres:

Comedy

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

Tashmoo Productions Inc. [United States]

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

11 March 2002 (USA)

Box Office

Opening Weekend USA:

$6,988, 9 November 2003, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$34,222, 13 June 2004

Company Credits

Production Co:

Tashmoo Productions, Belladonna Productions, cineBLAST! Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

87 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Most cast members in this film were either members of Second City or The Upright Citizens Brigade.

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Goofs

The second time Martin enters Dr Orloff's office, they have a shot from behind Dr. Orloff with his elbows resting on the table and his hands to his chin. The very next shot, they are facing Dr Orloff, his hands are resting on the desk in front of him.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Martin: [answering machine] Hello, this is Martin Flam's phone. Please leave a message.
Ron: [leaving message] Martin, this is Ron. I called the loony bin, they said you got out today. Sorry how you tried to kill yourself. Anyhow, I expect you back at work tomorrow morning. We'll discuss how to ease you back into things.

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Connections

Featured in The 2002 IFP/West Independent Spirit Awards (2002)

User Reviews

Hilarious movie, you'll laugh the whole way through

I recently caught this at the 2003 Waterfront Film Festival in Saugatuck, Michigan. To start off, this was the best movie at the festival, a hysterical movie that keeps you entertained every minute. I loved it so much, I saw it two times at the festival.

Martin is a mascot designer who unsuccessfully tried to kill himself. He goes to see a psychiatrist, Dr. Orloff, and hilarious events ensue. Written by members of the Upright Citizen's Brigade, Martin and Orloff has many cameos throughout, including Andy Richter, Rachel Dratch, Tina Fey, and Janeane Garafalo.

First time director Lawrence Blume does an excellent job with this film. I had the privilege to meet the director, and he was extremely nice. He had so many great stories to tell about the movie, it was obvious the whole cast and crew had a great time making the movie.

I recommend this movie to anyone who wants a good laugh. There are some certain scenes that aren't for everyone's taste, but it is an excellent movie. One of the best comedies I've seen in a long time.

10/10