The 24th Day
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Movie Reviews of The 24th Day
Movie Review: Strong Independent Movie - Outstanding job by the actors!
Summary: 5 Stars
I didn't expect too much when I rented the movie but I have to say that this movie was excellent! Both actors did a phenomenal job of keeping you on the edge and grabbing your attention throughout the movie. If it weren't for these two outstanding actors, this independent/low-budget movie would be non-existent.
I applaud Scott Speedman's performance of playing this character with great intensity and vulnerability. You cannot predict how Tom (Scott Speedman) will react and what course of action he will take. The emotional portrayal and internal conflict of Tom is acted out superbly by Scott!
James Marsden does an outstanding job with his performance as well. As the audience you are torn between extending sympathy for his extreme situation but at the same time you acknowledge his arrogance and lack of conscience.
The movie completely depends on the performance of these two actors and they've done an outstanding job. Be prepared for an emotional ride!
Movie Review: A Powder Keg
Summary: 5 Stars
The 24th day, directed by Tony PIccirillo, explores the lives of two men, Tom (Scott Speedman) and Dan (James Mardsen) and how their one night encounter changes all their lives. This script is so well written the dialogue alone keeps you tense and wanting more. Speedman plays a man one the edge, driven by anger, hate, desperation and James Mardsen gives a terrific performance as a sexy, charismic man that is charming and boyish. These qualities from both actors mix so well that the sparring between the two brings about some tremendously moral debating. Responsibility, truth, honor, do they exist? The choices we make are our own, yet how does one live with the consequences. How well do we know our partners, husbands, wives, how safe is monogamy?
Piccirillo brings a raw, fierce and honest look at the actions that impact not only our lives but others. This movie is powerful and one you will want to own.
Movie Review: A Raw Horror Story
Summary: 5 Stars
It has been 24 days since Tom (Scott Speedman), a married "straight" man has found out that he is HIV positive. He is certain that he was infected when he had one night of sex one time with another man, Dan (James Marsden). Distraught and, as Dan tells him, still in a state of shock, he sets out for revenge. Written and directed by Tony Piccirillo, this thoughtful film is proof once again that fine movies can be made with not much money. Both actors are superb-- the film is basically a two person drama although there are black and white flashbacks that flesh out the story-- and the suspense will have you on the edge of your seat.
Piccirillo has a lot to say (and says it well) about sex with strangers, safe sex, taking responsibility for one's actions, culpability, honesty or "the true truth" as Tom describes it.
You will think about this film long after you have seen it.
Movie Review: A Truly Terrific Sleeper of a Film
Summary: 5 Stars
I can't for the life of me understand why this film didn't have a wider, longer run in theaters. To the best of my knowledge, it only played in one theater in New York for a few weeks and then went directly to DVD. Thank goodness for DVD & for Amazon, where you can buy it for so little!
This is a small but terrific film. Even though the film has more than two actors in the credits, it is basically a character study of only two men and how a single evening five years earlier may have changed, and perhaps will yet change, their lives forever.
I love films like this where, even at the end, it's hard to say which one of them is the hero/champion and which one is the villain. If you have any interest at all in the subject matter, this is time & money well spent!
Movie Review: a masterpiece of modest porportions
Summary: 5 Stars
having seen THE 24th DAY, i must tell all serious film goers that this film although done on a small budget is one of the best films i've seen in years.the story is very intense and the writing sensational. very rare in the schlock that the industry seems to be turning out lately. should anyone reading this know of the actors Scott Speedman and James Marsden's past work, trust me when i say these two performances will blow you away.you will leave the theatre drained with MUCH to talk about for quite some time. i will not mention the story line due to all the turns it makes. after 10 minutes i trust that no one will be able to turn away. its that powerful. glad i could be the first to write something on this little masterpiece.