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Introducing Jodea

  • 2021
  • 1h 45m
IMDb RATING
4.1/10
149
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Jeff Coppage in Introducing Jodea (2021)
This is the trailer to the hilarious comedy,  Introducing Jodea. A story about a very bad actress who strikes it lucky when she gets into a car crash with a world famous movie director..After a bet is made he agrees to teach her to act  with incredibly funny results.
Starring Chloe Traicos ( The Righteous Gemstones) , Jeff Coppage (The Rookie)and Lou Pizarro ( Operation Repo)
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Introducing Jodea is a story about a terrible actress, whose fate changes when she gets into a car accident with a famous movie director. After a disastrous audition, he agrees to teach her ... Read allIntroducing Jodea is a story about a terrible actress, whose fate changes when she gets into a car accident with a famous movie director. After a disastrous audition, he agrees to teach her to act with hilariously funny results.Introducing Jodea is a story about a terrible actress, whose fate changes when she gets into a car accident with a famous movie director. After a disastrous audition, he agrees to teach her to act with hilariously funny results.

  • Director
    • Jon Cohen
  • Writer
    • Chloe Traicos
  • Stars
    • Lou Pizarro
    • Chloe Traicos
    • Jeff Coppage
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    4.1/10
    149
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Jon Cohen
    • Writer
      • Chloe Traicos
    • Stars
      • Lou Pizarro
      • Chloe Traicos
      • Jeff Coppage
    • 26User reviews
    • 11Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Lou Pizarro
    Lou Pizarro
    • Nathaniel
    Chloe Traicos
    Chloe Traicos
    • Jodea Maxwell
    Jeff Coppage
    Jeff Coppage
    • Zac Kawalsky
    Ryan Pratton
    Ryan Pratton
    • Harold Jameson
    Miles Faber
    Miles Faber
    • Greg
    Frank Krueger
    Frank Krueger
    • Director At Studio
    Monaye Moyes
    Monaye Moyes
    • Tina
    Tiffany Toney
    Tiffany Toney
    • Sandra
    Romy Teperson
    Romy Teperson
    • Marie
    Monique Yates Jr.
    • Mother of fan
    Rashia Whitlock
    Rashia Whitlock
    • Callie (Waitress)
    Yadira Pascault Orozco
    Yadira Pascault Orozco
    • Isabella
    Asger Folmann
    Asger Folmann
    • Steve
    Kammy Wong
    Kammy Wong
    • Sophie
    • (as Kammy)
    Julie David
    Julie David
    • Hooker
    Davis Barber
    Davis Barber
    • Reporter
    Kayd Currier
    • Ethan Burns
    Ron Althoff
    • Homeless Guy
    • Director
      • Jon Cohen
    • Writer
      • Chloe Traicos
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    10markcrain

    Best Movie I've Seen All Year

    I absolutely loved this movie. I'm not generally a romantic comedy kind of guy but once this movie started I just couldn't stop watching. Chloe Traicos is mesmerising as Jodea and beautifully portrays the change from a terrible actress into an elegant star. Jeff Coppage is spectacular as Zac the bitter and twisted movie director although my personal favorite was Ryan Pratton as Harold the socially inept savant who has the most loveable charm which caused me to partly want Jodea to end up with him.

    So the story is the Pygmalion story told in the eyes of Present Day Hollywood. When Jodea a terrible actress has a chance meeting with world famous movie director Zac Kawalsky ( well they had met before he fired her just the week before) when he drives into the back of her car - she uses this opportunity to get into his film. After auditioning disastrously Zac's agent Grant ( brilliantly played by Kent Hatch) makes a bet that he could "never get a performance" out of her. The game is on. This movie does not have a dull moment and you will find yourself laughing the whole way through.
    8schopffamilypictures

    Nice to meet you, Jodea

    Introducing Jodea is a fun film for teens and adults alike. A sweet comedy with heart that will keep you rooting for Jodea the whole way through. Her struggles and her triumphs are relatable to all. When life hands her some punches, Jodea sees a window of opportunity and tries her hardest to turn her luck around. Jodea shows us that hard work and determination and laughter are keys to success. It was nice to meet you, Jodea!

    It was also impressive what this team was able to create on a smaller budget. It goes to show that you don't need glitzy special effects or fancy sets. Great storytelling is where it's at.
    8shaunamcguiness

    Fun Watch!

    Cute cast and a fun story!

    This felt like a 1980's romantic comedy, with its down-and-out (but oh so spunky and adorkable) leading lady and her clever workarounds. Lots of good themes and likeable characters. There were times I thought I had it all figured out, but then a surprise would pop up. Although the script is good, it's not the kind of story where you have to concentrate too hard, which makes for relaxing entertainment. It would be a good date night movie, or a pick-me-up, after a rough week! I extended my workout so I could keep watching and I'll be taking another look at this one, for sure.
    9fionaj-537-645362

    Sweet and funny

    After the crazy stresses of CoVid - nothing cures the soul like a fun filled, sweet romantic comedy.

    Chloe Traicos has the ability to take you on a journey. A completely opposite role to her thriller (which was filled with quirky dark comedy) where she played a sociopathic killer- in Introducing Jodea we find a wanna be actress looking for a break - when a mishap in her car produces the opportunity.

    Snuggle up with some wine and popcorn to enjoy this sweet sometimes corny , version of classic story boy meets girl, happy story filled with the clever comedic writing which is the signature of Chloe Traicos.
    8mitchellbowker

    "He has one week to turn the world's worst actress into a star..."

    If you want comedy, romance, heartfelt moments, an overall good time, then INTRODUCING JODEA is the movie for you. Also, an entertaining look behind the camera on the trials and tribulations on how movies are made. It's a lot of fun to watch!

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    • Release date
      • November 16, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Website
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Como Se Tornar Uma Estrela
    • Production companies
      • Fairmont Pictures
      • Mia Tunsgate Films
      • Pizarro Pictures
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      1 hour 45 minutes
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