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Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Youth Category (over 15 years of age)
I Like Movies (2022)
The clear and distinct title of the film is the basic premise of the life of a teenager, Lawrence, who is obsessed with the world of film. His longtime and only friend Matt shares his passion for amateur filmmaking and other unusual hobbies. Lawrence's mother struggles to cope with the death of her husband and the difficult adolescent years of her son, whose dream is to get into NYU's New York Film School. Lawrence's selfishness, rage, and almost pathological desire cause fundamental cracks in his relationships. He sees the people around him only as pawns on his journey to become a world-class filmmaker. A great script full of references to film classics and outstanding acting make this indie film a favorite of film festivals. The script was based on the debuting director Chandler Levack's own experiences as a video store salesclerk and it has a cast of fresh young actors' faces.
| Country | Canada |
|---|---|
| Year | 2022 |
| Duration | 100 min |
| Rating | 15 |
| Language | English |
| Subtitle | Czech |
| Directed by | Chandler Levack |
| Screenplay | Chandler Levack |
| Director of Photography | Rico Moran |
| Music | Murray Lightburn |
| Edited by | Simone Smith |
| Contact | Visit Films |
Biography
Canadian screenwriter and director. She studied film at the University of Toronto and screenwriting at the Canadian Film Centre. She's directed many music videos and the successful short film We Forgot to Break Up (2017). She made her feature film debut with the comedy drama I Like Movies (2022).
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