Summary
When a man is offered a million dollars to play a game in which hunters try to kill him, he thinks he has found the perfect loophole: they can only attack when he’s alone. His only problem is that none of his friends or family believe the game is real.
Cast
Jake Johnson
Tommy
Anna Kendrick
Maddy
Natalie Morales
Theresa
Andy Samberg
Andy Samberg
Mary Holland
Amy
Emily Hampshire
Mary
Nancy Lenehan
Laurie
Daryl J. Johnson
Malcolm
Miriam Flynn
Becky Ann
Boban Marjanović
7 Foot Man
Biff Wiff
James / Walter
Eduardo Franco
P.A. Ninja
Jeff Kober
Cowboy
Christopher Lloyd
Dennis Walcott
Theo Wilson
Sinbad Guy
Bjorn Johnson
Magnus
John Hans Tester
Anders
Eric Edelstein
Roy
Ely Henry
Person in Line
Juan Carlos Jiménez
Singer
Ilia Volok
Mario
GaTa
Charlie
Steven Littles
Charlie Sr.
Tamra Brown
Fake Ellen
John Ponzio
Dad
Karen Maruyama
Lindsey
Sky Elobar
P.A. Ninja II
Gloria Sandoval
Latina Woman
Makini Manu
Sumo Wrestler
Thomas Vu
Samurai
Wayne Brady
Wayne Brady
Crew
Director, Screenplay
Jake Johnson
Reviews
msbreviews
January 10, 2024
5
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.firstshowing.net/2024/review-jake-johnsons-new-comedy-self-reliance-plays-it-too-safe/
"Self Reliance possesses an intriguing premise but ultimately plays it too safe. More audacity and bite were required to truly leave a mark on Jake Johnson's feature directorial debut.
Good work as an actor - Anna Kendrick steals the show, though - decent showcase of his strengths as a writer - despite failing to fully capitalize on the narrative's potential - but the lack of a firm grip on the thriller elements and some tonal inconsistencies prevent the film from reaching the next level.
Some humorous moments and a sweet message surrounding the importance of human connections make it a worthwhile watch for those seeking a lighthearted comedy-thriller."
Rating: C+
Media
Status:
Released
Original Language:
English
Budget:
$70,000,000.00
Revenue:
$0.00
