Clevercell
Very disappointing...
Limerculer
A waste of 90 minutes of my life
CrawlerChunky
In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.
Kayden
This is a dark and sometimes deeply uncomfortable drama
IndieFilmHoward
Just saw this film at the Gasparilla International Film Festival in Tampa. The movie has stuck with me. Wonderful directing, acting, writing, soundtrack, cinematography (great use of split screens) . . . really everything. It did not take long for me to feel a familiarity with the six friends and actually give a damn about them. There's twist and turns, that are subtle and extreme. Keeping me engaged, as I was never able to predict where an interaction might lead. Friends (With Benefits) is full of life, and understands the magic that pulls friends together; especially, twenty-somethings discovering themselves.
stevem1191
F(WB) is a fun and quirky look at the (somewhat convoluted) personal lives of six twenty-somethings who decide its time to experiment with some "non-traditional" relationships. The writing is hysterical and will remind those of us who are no longer in our twenties of those heady days of hook-ups and romantic misunderstandings. And it doesn't shy away from the raunch. The cast is outstanding. The crisp, witty dialogue (which sounds almost Tarantino-esquire in its funny, gritty realism) is delivered at a clip that grabs and holds the viewer's attention throughout. I didn't notice the time passing while watching this movie. This movie's not for kids, and I mean that in a good way. I'd love to have a beer with Alison.
Sami
Friends with Benefits? It's something that people will be toying with forever. Mr. Bechard's movie brings this touchy subject to light, while using a nice mix of humor and emotion. The audience is able to witness the intensity and passion that sex can bring into relationships, but also the destruction . I really enjoyed how nothing was really taboo in this movie, from toe sucking to Bulldogs. Mr. Bechard was not afraid to reveal the quirkiness of sex, those little extra tidbits and details that many are too embarrassed to expose. The dynamics of the relationships were well written. I felt the love between Chloe and Owen, as well as the tight bond between the other groups of friends. The music fit perfectly and the shots were beautiful ( I mean, the bathing scene of Shirley alone gave me goose-bumps!) I truly enjoyed this movie and highly recommend it if you are looking for a good laugh, a good cry, and possibly some new ideas!
jkjenniferkelly
Gorman delivers - everything from casting, sound track and direction. The plot which 'yes' has been done before surprisingly has a fresh feel. I think everyone can relate to most, if not all the characters individually, then definitely to the group of friends as a whole. The cast has a wonderful chemistry; which keeps you enthralled. The sound track is amazing, signature Bechard - and the split screens are brilliant. Loved the supporting cast from the understated therapist to Polly and the professor; everyone brought a unique nuance to the film. Never do you feel as if you are watching a low budget Indie film, truly has the feel of major studio backing.
