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Film Geek

His Knowledge is your misery.

2005 · 1h 18m · NOT RATED Comedy
Directed by James Westby

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Overview

The story of Scotty Pelk, a socially inept video store clerk who gets fired from his job and becomes a sensation as an online film critic.

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All reviews
64%
Tomatometer
Fresh

As played by Melik Malkasian with Pee-Wee Herman-y chirpiness, you feel for him as you would any out-of-it sibling who seems beyond help.

Jan Stuart, Newsday
Fresh

Perceptively hilarious.

Lisa Schwarzbaum, Entertainment Weekly
Fresh

The film looks like it cost 10 cents, but a lot of the jokes are gold. Hollywood, take notice of writer-director James Westby.

Kyle Smith, New York Post
Rotten

The film's press notes proudly observe that both Westby and Quentin Tarantino spent time soaking up celluloid while working at video stores. Which means they have exactly one thing in common.

Elizabeth Weitzman, New York Daily News
Rotten

Film Geek has a likable premise and a pleasantly homemade indie feel. Unfortunately, its lead character is so irritating you want to get away from him.

Dana Stevens, New York Times

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