haclark-42286 I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, it was very cleverly written and quite witty. It followed what I thought was an in depth story but that was light, funny and feel good. I thought the writing had a very unique Canadian feel to it and I loved that. This movie showcased the wonderful talent we have in Canada. Would highly recommend this movie!

Argemaluco Foremost: there are no orgies in How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town. Well, there are a few failed attempts, but they tend to be more tragicomic than sensual. And, after all, that's the point of the movie. Instead of making a vulgar comedy (something which would have surely been more lucrative), director and screenwriter Jeremy LaLonde made an analysis on the sexual politics of an idyllic Canadian community, simultaneously more repressed and perverse than what many people would suppose. Sure, it isn't a newfangled idea... the turbulent secrets under the placid surface of a small town are a recurrent theme in cinema from its origins themselves (some of my favorite examples: Blue Velvet, The Wicker Man -1973-, Village of the Damned -1960-); and even though How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town isn't particularly "erotic", I found it moderately interesting... but not very satisfactory. The main pro of this film is the competent performances from the whole cast, highlighting Jewel Staite, Katharine Isabelle and Kristian Bruun. As for the result of the failed orgies, it's quite predictable: love for some ones, repaired (or destroyed) relationship for other ones and emotional catharsis to those who were hiding some painful sexual secret. In other words, it might have the title of a sexual comedy, but the truth is that How to Plan an Orgy in a Small Town ends up preaching the same monogamous fantasies of conventional romantic cinema. In conclusion, this movie is much more innocuous than it seems, but I have to say it never bored me. I just wish the screenplay was funnier, or genuinely subversive, instead of staying into a lukewarm niche which doesn't want to offend anyone... except the ones who were expecting the attractive actresses to show up naked.

Jawsphobia A trauma of adolescence, combined with a cold parental reaction, help shape the main character Cassie in a story about shaking the past and being fearless (within reason) about the future.If you had told me that I would like a movie that has at its core the theme of "_____-shaming" I would have laughed that off. Or a movie in which the usual character arc might befall a "homophobic" supporting character. But the movie carries the viewer along and up to the titular premise with a plausible and likable series of events led by a solid and charming cast. Canadian fans will spot a pair of actors known for The Listener. Firefly/Serenity fans will be pleased to see Jewel Staite as the lead in what is essentially both a rom-com and social satire. From the opening chords of music, there is a firm grasp of nostalgia and a gravitas given to situations from the backstory that could have been mishandled but instead give a sense of emotional stakes and a rooting interest. In a culture of obligatory affirmation, it is an accomplishment that this movie manages to stay funny and full of heart and show some empathy for the weirdo outcast nerd along the way. Definitely worth checking out. Some people might be intimidated by the word Orgy in the title. The full title suggests that there is more going on and the potential absurdity of reality versus expectations have been richly mined in this movie.

phllpkng-175-752200 If your say, in your late teens or maybe early twenties you might just like this film. Younger people are easier to please in my experience. I'm sure that's the audience target because much over that age group and I think you'll probably be too sophisticated to find this film entertaining. The film is really let down by the script which is neither clever, insightful or funny, it's just juvenile. It's verbal Slapstick. The 'plot line' and I use the term advisedly, doesn't quite hold up or ring true. It contradicts itself as does the characters. With a better script and direction it could have been far better. I'm not sure what it was trying to say,I expect nothing.