Tag: Self Reliance
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‘Self Reliance’: Everything We Know So Far About Jake Johnson’s Directorial Debut
Accomplished comedian Jake Johnson is venturing into new territory this winter by directing, writing, producing, and starring in a brand-new Hulu original feature, Self Reliance. Best known for his work on New Girl, Johnson has appeared in an acting capacity in a wealth of movies and shows, including Safety Not Guaranteed, Tag, as well as…
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‘Self Reliance’ Review: Jake Johnson and The Lonely Island Team Up for a Comedic Take on ‘The Game’
Jake Johnson makes his feature directorial debut with “Self Reliance,” a comedy with a fascinating premise and an opening act that provides equal thrills and laughs. Unfortunately, while Johnson’s script shows promise, the actor/writer-turned-director squanders it with a lack of strong vision, and a rom-com element that makes the film lose focus, and also most…