Firstly, I have to mention that this isn’t exactly a movie. It’s more like six episodes stitched together, with a total runtime of about 50 minutes. I’m not sure if that’s how it was originally meant to be, or if the version I saw was edited in this way, but regardless, it felt a bit silly and didn’t really capture my interest. The storyline was basic, the acting a little over-the-top, and honestly, there wasn’t much that stuck with me afterward.
The plot revolves around Troy, who recently moved to Brooklyn with his friend Pat and Pat’s then-boyfriend, Chance. However, Troy and Chance broke up, and they haven’t had the time or space to process the breakup to consider whether they might reconcile. Troy works as a busboy and generally walks around looking grumpy and bitter, still harboring feelings for his ex. When a new neighbor, Abel, moves in—a sweet 29-year-old middle school teacher—Troy’s hopes for a reunion with Chance are officially pushed aside. As Troy and Abel get to know each other, the tension between whether Troy will reconcile with Chance or start something new with Abel builds. Eventually, Chance returns, hoping to rekindle their love, but this time, Troy shuts him down. Meanwhile, Troy’s roommate Pat is trying to land a job with the mayor’s re-election campaign. And that’s pretty much the entire plot—without a proper resolution.
As I mentioned, the lead actor playing Troy often went a little overboard with his performance, which, for me, became annoying after a while. The comedy just didn’t land, at least not for me. Abel doesn’t even show up until episode 3, and that’s when the show starts to get a bit more interesting. But even then, there isn’t enough time spent on the development of their relationship. They go on one date, share a kiss, and then have another date at home. It leaves you wondering what exactly is going on between them. The constant bickering could have been reduced, and more focus on character development would have likely made for a better viewing experience. Despite the film’s short runtime, I found it tough to sit through, mostly due to the lack of a solid story, an unengaging screenplay, and some very basic dialogue that didn’t offer much depth.
Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this one. It just didn’t resonate with me.
