Jones' acting in this film is surprisingly solid, having known him only from the Snob Reviews and his Midnight Screenings show. His performance, despite missteps and repeated driving&cigarette smoking, definitely carries the film. Brian Lewis as the policeman does a pretty fair job for looking nothing like a policeman, and Sarah Ogg and Jillian Z also turn out decent performances, despite a lackluster script. Brian Irving seems quite unfit as the mystic Carl Stowers, however. A deeper voiced, more menacing actor would have made more sense, and his light delivery and quarter-smile give him away. I enjoy the black & white writer's cut, despite its sometimes ill-placed soundtrack. Aside from Jones' acting, what made this film more than just watchable was director Ryan's ability to establish a creepy, uneasy, or just unsettling atmosphere. The low budget nature of the film only added to dark tone it maintained. The dialogue was written quite decently, though it is sometimes delivered too unrealistically to take seriously (except for Jones mostly)(his terrible "AHH!" headache screams notwithstanding) The weakest link in the chain, though, is the pacing. The film is too tonally one note to illicit any real feeling other than unease after the halfway point. Things become non-linear and clues come about, but until the climax, the viewer may struggle to gain footing as to what the hell is going on. I enjoyed it regardless.
12 Reviews
Fun, gripping but poor writing.
green_day90926 November 2011
I'm a massive fan of Brad Jones, i love the cinema snob and all his other shows, and i love his movie 'Gameboys', but i don't think this is his strongest film.
A lot of people are talking about the quality of the film, but I don't think Brad would really think that makes his film any better, as he frequently talks about how a lot of films are made better by grain on VHS, and in fact all his other films were shot directly to VHS. Yes this film looks good, the lighting is alright, but that doesn't make the film.
Personally, i really don't like the writing of the film, mostly because i don't feel that this is how real people would react if they were put in these situations. There are certain moments when it does seem real, but for the most part, they feel like characters in a film reading from a script. There is only about 5 minutes of exposition, and even that doesn't really explain a whole lot about the characters or the scenario. None of the characters are really given any interesting attributes, so they're all pretty forgettable.
That being said, it does feel like a solid film, and very enjoyable to watch. The camera work is pretty incredible, though i think they could have done a lot more with the black and white (see Good Night and Good Luck), but the use of camera angles was non-intrusive and worked very well for the movie. The score was really good, simple and effective, though some of the music added seemed out of place and took away a bit from the atmosphere. The acting is good, though not amazing, except for Brad who gives an incredible performance.
It's a fun film, I say it's worth the watch especially because it's free to view on The Cinema Snob website. I give the film a 6/10 mostly because the writing holds it back, but I really did love watching this movie.
A lot of people are talking about the quality of the film, but I don't think Brad would really think that makes his film any better, as he frequently talks about how a lot of films are made better by grain on VHS, and in fact all his other films were shot directly to VHS. Yes this film looks good, the lighting is alright, but that doesn't make the film.
Personally, i really don't like the writing of the film, mostly because i don't feel that this is how real people would react if they were put in these situations. There are certain moments when it does seem real, but for the most part, they feel like characters in a film reading from a script. There is only about 5 minutes of exposition, and even that doesn't really explain a whole lot about the characters or the scenario. None of the characters are really given any interesting attributes, so they're all pretty forgettable.
That being said, it does feel like a solid film, and very enjoyable to watch. The camera work is pretty incredible, though i think they could have done a lot more with the black and white (see Good Night and Good Luck), but the use of camera angles was non-intrusive and worked very well for the movie. The score was really good, simple and effective, though some of the music added seemed out of place and took away a bit from the atmosphere. The acting is good, though not amazing, except for Brad who gives an incredible performance.
It's a fun film, I say it's worth the watch especially because it's free to view on The Cinema Snob website. I give the film a 6/10 mostly because the writing holds it back, but I really did love watching this movie.
Fairly alright indie, budget thriller
djt8209 March 2012
Warning: Spoilers
Yes, I'm a fan of Brad Jones' other material but I'm also a fan of good film making and for an INDIE BUDGET film, it's alright.
Brad Jones is the most captivating character in the film and he does a very good job whilst the rest of the acting was below average, for the most part.
The pacing and decision making didn't really seem to logically flow as well as it should have but considering the ending, it actually made me see that in a different light. The ending actually got me. I enjoyed it.
The biggest con was probably the pacing, some of the dialogue, and camera angles/cuts.
The music was absolutely top-notch for a flick like this. I loved the atmosphere the music made for movie. It added a variety to the atmosphere quite a bit too.
If this film had a bigger budget, it might have been better but for what it is, it was alright and I'm glad I watched it. I'd like to see more of this caliber.
Brad Jones is the most captivating character in the film and he does a very good job whilst the rest of the acting was below average, for the most part.
The pacing and decision making didn't really seem to logically flow as well as it should have but considering the ending, it actually made me see that in a different light. The ending actually got me. I enjoyed it.
The biggest con was probably the pacing, some of the dialogue, and camera angles/cuts.
The music was absolutely top-notch for a flick like this. I loved the atmosphere the music made for movie. It added a variety to the atmosphere quite a bit too.
If this film had a bigger budget, it might have been better but for what it is, it was alright and I'm glad I watched it. I'd like to see more of this caliber.
A really solid movie
jkiehl20 July 2011
My friends and I usually watch budget films for laughs. Favorite budget films that come to mind are Birdemic, Revamped, and The Room. This movie is NOTHING like those.
I was blown away at the video's quality, the music, and most of the sound and acting, too (there were hiccups in the acting, as well as the sound, but it was very rare that anyone missed a beat). The plot was very good, although the movie /did/ drag slightly. However, overall, I was very pleased with the entire show.
I heard that the film was made with the intention of proving a film could be good without a huge budget. If that is the case, they did a terrific job proving their point. I was much more entertained by this than I was most mega-films, such as any recent Terminator, Pirates, Waterworld, and Transformers.
That being said, if you like movies that blow you away with special effects, obviously an indie movie isn't for you, and you'll want to steer clear of it.
I'm giving it a solid 7 out of 10, which is much higher than I would rate most movies, because it is a good movie, but again, there is a little room for improvement.
I was blown away at the video's quality, the music, and most of the sound and acting, too (there were hiccups in the acting, as well as the sound, but it was very rare that anyone missed a beat). The plot was very good, although the movie /did/ drag slightly. However, overall, I was very pleased with the entire show.
I heard that the film was made with the intention of proving a film could be good without a huge budget. If that is the case, they did a terrific job proving their point. I was much more entertained by this than I was most mega-films, such as any recent Terminator, Pirates, Waterworld, and Transformers.
That being said, if you like movies that blow you away with special effects, obviously an indie movie isn't for you, and you'll want to steer clear of it.
I'm giving it a solid 7 out of 10, which is much higher than I would rate most movies, because it is a good movie, but again, there is a little room for improvement.
Good Movie to Watch More Than Once!
timmaher9416 September 2011
Being a fan of Brad Jones I had to check out his movie. Brad did an excellent job on writing the script and he was also good at acting too. The rest of the cast and crew did a good job to help movie the movie along. The movie was cliché but it is very good at keeping your attention. Being a screenwriter myself I was glad to see Brad follow a good three act screenplay. You know you have a good script when you see the main character introduced in the first moment of the film and at the end of it. It's better than a lot of films I've seen out of Hollywood lately. If you don't know of Brad and his friends you have to check out his work on his website. The directing was excellent and I recommend this movie.
Amateurish and poorly acted...redeemable maybe for the biggest of Brad Jones fans.
DarthVoorhees22 July 2012
Warning: Spoilers
What can I say about 'Paranoia'? I try my hardest to get behind indie no budget projects like this if I see potential for improvement on a broader canvas. In the rare circumstances, the project transcends the microcosm canvas. I wanted to like 'Paranoia' because I do love Brad Jones of 'Cinema Snob' fame. He is a tremendous personality and easily my favorite of the internet reviewer crop. I do not think I need to give any further explanation of Jones or his website but if you are not familiar with it than it is a must see. 'Paranoia' is not a good introduction to Jones. I think it is the worst thing he has ever put his name on. The whole thing is a damn mess from top to bottom and I really can't piece where I see the greatest flaws because so much is wrong here.
The script and dialogue read like something a thirteen year old would write. The script is all about creating false sense of 'mysterious' presence. The result is that this thriller doesn't have any thrills because there is no build up to anything. No tangible motivation is given to Jones' character Mark Bishop to really do anything, he has a body and he drives around with looking angsty about it. So Bishop doesn't really do anything but sigh and smoke his cigarette. A lot of these long montages of Bishop doing this are unintentionally funny.
The surprise ending can be seen by an intelligent and alert person about forty minutes before it happens. There is less than subtle indicating in both the script and the acting. 'Paranoia' has the same problem with other stories where people lose touch with reality, we have to be able to believe the hero somewhat.
Completely gone from 'Paranoia' is the sense of humor that has won Jones his fans. For a man who has made a career out of parodying and complaining about pretentious films, the sad fact is he's made one. 'Paranoia' takes it's self way too seriously.
Yet, this isn't my main problem with the film. The acting is terrible on all accounts except for maybe Jones and a small cameo from Jerrid Foiles. People familiar with 'Cinema Snob' will no doubt recognize everyone from Brad's videos. They seem like cool people and I can see why Brad has built them as a team of collaborators around him. Unfortunately they have no talent for dramatic acting. I don't want to rub it in but no one in this cast could pass an audition for anything other than a Brad Jones film. I think the script is terrible but there's only so much blame you can put on it. I admire Jones for being a good friend and giving his friends acting opportunities but the cost is really making this the next best thing to unwatchable.
If you are a Brad Jones fan and curious about the film than I say it is worth seeing. I won't let my fandom for him though blind me to the fact that he made a bad film. I am sure he can come back from it. I would recommend at the very least to find another screenwriter collaborator or to play into the strengths of his entourage.
The script and dialogue read like something a thirteen year old would write. The script is all about creating false sense of 'mysterious' presence. The result is that this thriller doesn't have any thrills because there is no build up to anything. No tangible motivation is given to Jones' character Mark Bishop to really do anything, he has a body and he drives around with looking angsty about it. So Bishop doesn't really do anything but sigh and smoke his cigarette. A lot of these long montages of Bishop doing this are unintentionally funny.
The surprise ending can be seen by an intelligent and alert person about forty minutes before it happens. There is less than subtle indicating in both the script and the acting. 'Paranoia' has the same problem with other stories where people lose touch with reality, we have to be able to believe the hero somewhat.
Completely gone from 'Paranoia' is the sense of humor that has won Jones his fans. For a man who has made a career out of parodying and complaining about pretentious films, the sad fact is he's made one. 'Paranoia' takes it's self way too seriously.
Yet, this isn't my main problem with the film. The acting is terrible on all accounts except for maybe Jones and a small cameo from Jerrid Foiles. People familiar with 'Cinema Snob' will no doubt recognize everyone from Brad's videos. They seem like cool people and I can see why Brad has built them as a team of collaborators around him. Unfortunately they have no talent for dramatic acting. I don't want to rub it in but no one in this cast could pass an audition for anything other than a Brad Jones film. I think the script is terrible but there's only so much blame you can put on it. I admire Jones for being a good friend and giving his friends acting opportunities but the cost is really making this the next best thing to unwatchable.
If you are a Brad Jones fan and curious about the film than I say it is worth seeing. I won't let my fandom for him though blind me to the fact that he made a bad film. I am sure he can come back from it. I would recommend at the very least to find another screenwriter collaborator or to play into the strengths of his entourage.
A Good Low Budget Thriller
hankfeldman5912 July 2011
Filmed on a shoe string budget in the midwest, "Paranoia" is a pretty damn good, if somewhat predictable, indie thriller. The film's star Brad Jones is mainly known for his internet comedy, but he really comes through in this darker, more disturbing role. If you don't like microbudgeted filmmaking, you're not going to like this; and if you simply don't like the filmmakers, you're also not going to like it.
On it's own, the music is top notch, the acting is very good, and the film's pacing keeps you interested. The main plot is that Brad has killed an intruder in his house who he thinks is a serial killer, so he goes through a long night of torment when getting rid of the body.
On it's own, the music is top notch, the acting is very good, and the film's pacing keeps you interested. The main plot is that Brad has killed an intruder in his house who he thinks is a serial killer, so he goes through a long night of torment when getting rid of the body.
My Review for it from MovieCynics(dot)com
BobbyBless1 July 2011
Warning: Spoilers
Frustrated with Hollywood's growing inability to constantly produce films worth paying to see, Brad Jones, a fellow cinephile who calls himself The Cinema Snob (and also a contributor for That Guy with the Glasses), has gotten together with a group of friends to make a film called Paranoia. A film, though having some flaws, ends up being a nice little independent thriller.
In the film, Mark Bishop (Brad Jones), an inspiring/failed writer from a small town that is being terrorized by a serial killer, has a deadly encounter with a mysterious man (Brian Irving). Not sure if the man that was in his home was the killer or not, Mark decides to skip going to the authorities and any unwanted attention that would come from that and the media onslaught afterwards by getting rid of the body himself. However, as time goes by, Mark develops an increasing feeling that the real killer may still be lurking.
Even though Paranoia is a low budgeted indie thriller, the film doesn't really feel like one. Sure, the plot is a simple one and there are some other low budget issues (that we will get into later), but, for the most part, Paranoia is a pretty good film. Ryan Mitchelle's (The Hooker with a Heart of Gold) direction is solid throughout and his pacing is great. Brad Jones, who also served as the film's writer, does an equally impressive job with the script especially with a certain dialogue heavy scene towards the end of the film. The only drawback to his script, though, comes from the "twist." The problem with the "twist" doesn't come from it being lame; in fact, the "twist" works for the movie. The problem with it comes from the fact that it's hinted at a bit too early. Once they throw it out there, and assuming you're smart enough, you already know how the movie will end; thus killing the impact of the "twist." Other than the "twist," the only other flaws the film has are the same problems that other low budgeted films have; acting blips and some audio issues. Don't get me wrong, both issues are fairly minor in this film, but they are still there. The minor acting blips are only there because, well, since they didn't have a massive budget, they got their friends to help out. As for the sound issues, they don't happen often, but there are scenes, especially at the beginning of the film, when the camera is focused on one character, namely Mark, and another character says their lines off camera. This is a problem mainly because in one shot, the two characters aren't that far apart, but when the camera focuses on Mark and the other character says their lines, it sounds like they are reading them from across the room. Now, a lot of people aren't going to care about this, but for me, this is a problem because it detracts from a good movie.
Overall, Paranoia isn't the greatest movie ever made, but with its solid direction and impressive script, the film turns out being a nice little surprise.
Final Synopsis: It has its flaws, but that doesn't stop the film from being a good movie. Help support indie films by checking it out.
Points Lost: -1 for the hinting at the "twist" a little too early, -1 for some audio problems, -1 some minor acting blips.
Lesson Learned: The trunk of a Nissan Sentra is a great place to store a body.
Burning Question: Why couldn't the cop tell the difference between blood and ketchup? Paranoia 7/10
In the film, Mark Bishop (Brad Jones), an inspiring/failed writer from a small town that is being terrorized by a serial killer, has a deadly encounter with a mysterious man (Brian Irving). Not sure if the man that was in his home was the killer or not, Mark decides to skip going to the authorities and any unwanted attention that would come from that and the media onslaught afterwards by getting rid of the body himself. However, as time goes by, Mark develops an increasing feeling that the real killer may still be lurking.
Even though Paranoia is a low budgeted indie thriller, the film doesn't really feel like one. Sure, the plot is a simple one and there are some other low budget issues (that we will get into later), but, for the most part, Paranoia is a pretty good film. Ryan Mitchelle's (The Hooker with a Heart of Gold) direction is solid throughout and his pacing is great. Brad Jones, who also served as the film's writer, does an equally impressive job with the script especially with a certain dialogue heavy scene towards the end of the film. The only drawback to his script, though, comes from the "twist." The problem with the "twist" doesn't come from it being lame; in fact, the "twist" works for the movie. The problem with it comes from the fact that it's hinted at a bit too early. Once they throw it out there, and assuming you're smart enough, you already know how the movie will end; thus killing the impact of the "twist." Other than the "twist," the only other flaws the film has are the same problems that other low budgeted films have; acting blips and some audio issues. Don't get me wrong, both issues are fairly minor in this film, but they are still there. The minor acting blips are only there because, well, since they didn't have a massive budget, they got their friends to help out. As for the sound issues, they don't happen often, but there are scenes, especially at the beginning of the film, when the camera is focused on one character, namely Mark, and another character says their lines off camera. This is a problem mainly because in one shot, the two characters aren't that far apart, but when the camera focuses on Mark and the other character says their lines, it sounds like they are reading them from across the room. Now, a lot of people aren't going to care about this, but for me, this is a problem because it detracts from a good movie.
Overall, Paranoia isn't the greatest movie ever made, but with its solid direction and impressive script, the film turns out being a nice little surprise.
Final Synopsis: It has its flaws, but that doesn't stop the film from being a good movie. Help support indie films by checking it out.
Points Lost: -1 for the hinting at the "twist" a little too early, -1 for some audio problems, -1 some minor acting blips.
Lesson Learned: The trunk of a Nissan Sentra is a great place to store a body.
Burning Question: Why couldn't the cop tell the difference between blood and ketchup? Paranoia 7/10
Good Movie, worth the watch!
ga_prime13 July 2011
Warning: Spoilers
I've seen other Brad Jones movies such as Game Boys and Cheap and after he blew me away with Cheap (I seriously count it as one of my favorite all time movies now) I knew I had to give Paranoia a chance. It didn't strike me as a horror film but rather as more of a suspense film. Its a movie that from the get-go has you wondering where they are going to go with the story but does so in a way that makes you want to see more. The budget on the film was low but with one exception the special effects were excellently done. The exception is the sound effect used for a mug shattering on the floor when dropped and the sound doesn't come close to sounding like a mug would if dropped...though admittedly I think it adds to the charm of the movie and it doesn't take away from anything. As a fan of suspense movies I was able to accurately guess where the movie was going about 3/4 through it but the end isn't disappointing in the least. The acting by the cast is great and even if you knew who they were from other projects you would be able to believe them as the characters they play. I also admire the attention to detail this movie gives, for example when the Officer tells Mark Bishop that his tail light is out, if you watch the vehicle pull into the service station the tail light is actually out AND when the mechanic says that it's fixed, it really IS fixed. That is the sign of a movie maker who actually cares about his story and his audience. While I think "Cheap" is still Brad Jones' best film so far, Paranoia does not disappoint and I proudly give it 8/10.
Good low budget thriller
PyroPlasmX18 January 2012
First I have to say that I'm a fan of some lower budget movies. To me very few filmmakers make it big without first going through making a low budget/independent movie. Paranoia is just one of those low budget/independent movies.
The film stars Brad Jones, who does movie reviews online as The Cinema Snob, along with several other people who appear in his online videos including his wife Jillian. Brad plays Mark, a writer who has just had his wife leave him and begins to have a very surreal night.
The problem with a thriller is you really have to build up tension and make the audience anxious about what's going to happen next. I feel that this movie does a good job of accomplishing that. As Mark goes through his night he meets up with a few people and doesn't quite know what to make of the whole situation. Add to that the fact that the news is reporting that there is a killer on the loose in his town.
The movie starts off a bit slow and builds up towards the inevitable climax. Now I won't give away the end of the movie but I had to say I didn't completely see it coming and it's rare that a movie's ending can genuinely surprise me.
I've said what's good about this movie so what's the bad? Well obviously since this is a low budget movie what effects are there aren't that good and while Brad's acting is quite good you can see that most everyone else hasn't acted that much before. I have to say that I think the most wooden performance goes to Brian Irving who plays the character of Carl. Sarah Lewis who plays Mark's wife does a good job even though most of her scenes are pretty short and her husband Brian Lewis plays a pretty convincing cop. Brad's wife Jillian plays a waitress and has some good emotional scenes and makes it believable. But again when you are making a low budget movie and filling it with your friends not everyone is going to be a seasoned actor but it doesn't hurt the movie and I have to say I've seen movies with acting so bad you can't even watch it.
Now as of this review there are two versions of this movie. There is the original version that was released on DVD and there is the Writer's Cut. Brad Jones wrote the movie but wasn't the director and didn't have final cut so in the original cut there's a lot of foreshadowing to the ending as well as the repeated use of the word paranoia. The Writer's Cut changes the movie to black and white, adds some songs to the soundtrack and removes the use of the word as well as some of the foreshadowing. I have to say if you are going to watch just one version of the movie go to The Cinema Snob website and watch the writer's cut.
I have heard that Brad's next movie will be a comedy based on his Cinema Snob character however I hope that when he's done with that he'll try another non-comedic movie because this was a good solid effort.
The film stars Brad Jones, who does movie reviews online as The Cinema Snob, along with several other people who appear in his online videos including his wife Jillian. Brad plays Mark, a writer who has just had his wife leave him and begins to have a very surreal night.
The problem with a thriller is you really have to build up tension and make the audience anxious about what's going to happen next. I feel that this movie does a good job of accomplishing that. As Mark goes through his night he meets up with a few people and doesn't quite know what to make of the whole situation. Add to that the fact that the news is reporting that there is a killer on the loose in his town.
The movie starts off a bit slow and builds up towards the inevitable climax. Now I won't give away the end of the movie but I had to say I didn't completely see it coming and it's rare that a movie's ending can genuinely surprise me.
I've said what's good about this movie so what's the bad? Well obviously since this is a low budget movie what effects are there aren't that good and while Brad's acting is quite good you can see that most everyone else hasn't acted that much before. I have to say that I think the most wooden performance goes to Brian Irving who plays the character of Carl. Sarah Lewis who plays Mark's wife does a good job even though most of her scenes are pretty short and her husband Brian Lewis plays a pretty convincing cop. Brad's wife Jillian plays a waitress and has some good emotional scenes and makes it believable. But again when you are making a low budget movie and filling it with your friends not everyone is going to be a seasoned actor but it doesn't hurt the movie and I have to say I've seen movies with acting so bad you can't even watch it.
Now as of this review there are two versions of this movie. There is the original version that was released on DVD and there is the Writer's Cut. Brad Jones wrote the movie but wasn't the director and didn't have final cut so in the original cut there's a lot of foreshadowing to the ending as well as the repeated use of the word paranoia. The Writer's Cut changes the movie to black and white, adds some songs to the soundtrack and removes the use of the word as well as some of the foreshadowing. I have to say if you are going to watch just one version of the movie go to The Cinema Snob website and watch the writer's cut.
I have heard that Brad's next movie will be a comedy based on his Cinema Snob character however I hope that when he's done with that he'll try another non-comedic movie because this was a good solid effort.
All in all, a decent movie that could have done with some plot tightening.
AmandaIsObscure10 March 2012
Warning: Spoilers
I've only watched the Writer's Cut so far so I can only comment on this from that angle.
The first 30 minutes are something of a drag to watch. They aren't bad and the setup does pay off in the end. However, some of the decisions made by Mark are really questionable and make no good logical sense. Why would you not call the cops at a restaurant robbery? Why would you not call the cops right from the start when a mysterious man just showed up at your house and died in your foyer?
By the time you get to the end of the movie, all of these poor choices will make complete sense. Mark's illogical way of thinking and the ill at ease feeling you'll get from his bad choices all serve as foreshadowing for the ending.
That said, I've heard the DVD cut contains foreshadowing and that might make this plot a little more understandable from the get go. Having seen it all now, I can honestly say I do like the lack of foreshadowing. Going through it the first time, not so much. If there was some way the first 30 or so minutes of this could have been tightened up and made a little more suspenseful, it would have been perfect. This might just be one of those movies you need to watch more than once to honestly and fully appreciate without sitting there, scratching your head and going, "Huh?" at some of the choices made.
Brad and Jillian definitely steal the show here with their acting. The weakest link in the acting chain is definitely Jerrid but he doesn't have as big of a role in this film and so it isn't as much of a detriment.
The first 30 minutes are something of a drag to watch. They aren't bad and the setup does pay off in the end. However, some of the decisions made by Mark are really questionable and make no good logical sense. Why would you not call the cops at a restaurant robbery? Why would you not call the cops right from the start when a mysterious man just showed up at your house and died in your foyer?
By the time you get to the end of the movie, all of these poor choices will make complete sense. Mark's illogical way of thinking and the ill at ease feeling you'll get from his bad choices all serve as foreshadowing for the ending.
That said, I've heard the DVD cut contains foreshadowing and that might make this plot a little more understandable from the get go. Having seen it all now, I can honestly say I do like the lack of foreshadowing. Going through it the first time, not so much. If there was some way the first 30 or so minutes of this could have been tightened up and made a little more suspenseful, it would have been perfect. This might just be one of those movies you need to watch more than once to honestly and fully appreciate without sitting there, scratching your head and going, "Huh?" at some of the choices made.
Brad and Jillian definitely steal the show here with their acting. The weakest link in the acting chain is definitely Jerrid but he doesn't have as big of a role in this film and so it isn't as much of a detriment.
A good start for a low budget filmmaker
seth-cameronwalk7 August 2011
This movie stars Brad Jones. Jones has an internet following as the Cinema Snob reviewing low budget horror films as an overly snobby film critic. This film represents his attempt to write a serious Thriller. Jones has directed other films in the past but none of them have had any strong production values. This is because none of these films had any kind of budget. Paranoia was written by and stars Jones but not directed by Jones. This film was directed by Ryan Mitchelle. With someone else directing Jones was able to work on the writing and his performance as the lead actor. This was a great improvement since great attention was given to the over all look of the film which greatly reflects the films dark feel.
Overall the film was enjoyable. The constraints of a low budget were obvious a few times but overall it was entertaining. Ryan Mitchelle's direction was solid. The pacing was slow at first but picked up mad way through. The final act of the film was actually pretty riveting. But next time invest in some better microphones. Jones' writing however leaves something to be desired. Overly indulgent and clunky dialog that goes on way too long.
I would recommend this film to anyone who loves indie films.
Overall the film was enjoyable. The constraints of a low budget were obvious a few times but overall it was entertaining. Ryan Mitchelle's direction was solid. The pacing was slow at first but picked up mad way through. The final act of the film was actually pretty riveting. But next time invest in some better microphones. Jones' writing however leaves something to be desired. Overly indulgent and clunky dialog that goes on way too long.
I would recommend this film to anyone who loves indie films.
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