Friday, January 26, 2024

Scott Goes Out on His Birthday: "$30" (1999)

Teenage Scott (Erik MacArthur) is presented with thirty dollar teen prostitute Emily (Sara Gilbert) on his birthday, and she figures out why he is not interested in her. The film is a good effort, with MacArthur and Gilbert scoring major indie film points, and they have a really nice chemistry. Emily's character is not delved into much, because this is not her story. Cooke's direction is fine, if not a bit awkward here and there, and Christopher Landon's script is smart- watch for the inside joke concerning Emily's choice of TV viewing habits. A solid entry in the "Boys Life 3" short film compilation. (* * * *) out of five stars.

*Get a physical copy of "Boys Life 3" on Amazon here*

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