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Jackson (2008) Online
Original Title :
Jackson
Genre :
Movie
Year :
2008
Directror :
J.F. Lawton
Cast :
Barry Primus,Charles Robinson,Steve Guttenberg
Writer :
J.F. Lawton
Type :
Movie
Rating :
7.4/10

Jackson is about two homeless men in Los Angeles, California, Donald and Sam. At the start of the day, Donald is given a twenty dollar bill (also known as a "Jackson"). The film follows the... See full summary

Jackson (2008) Online

Jackson is about two homeless men in Los Angeles, California, Donald and Sam. At the start of the day, Donald is given a twenty dollar bill (also known as a "Jackson"). The film follows the two and shows their adventures throughout the day with this money, and features songs from various operas.
Credited cast:
Barry Primus Barry Primus - Donald
Charles Robinson Charles Robinson - Sam (as Charlie Robinson)
Steve Guttenberg Steve Guttenberg - Businessman
Debra Jo Rupp Debra Jo Rupp - Nice Lady
Neal Matarazzo Neal Matarazzo - Stockbroker
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Gene Arkle Gene Arkle - Plantation Owner
Tara Bellando Tara Bellando - Southern Belle
Juliette Blasor Juliette Blasor - Restaurant Hostess
Moe El Emam Moe El Emam - Cashier (as Mohamed T. El Emam)
Michael Gabriel Goodfriend Michael Gabriel Goodfriend - Jim
Steve Heinze Steve Heinze - Cop 'Mutt'
Sophie Kremp Sophie Kremp - Stray
Aysia Lee Aysia Lee - Soap Opera Actress
Tahlia McCollum Tahlia McCollum - Opera Singer
David Roberson David Roberson - Guard


User reviews

RED

RED

A truly original premise whereupon a centralized storyline of two homeless gentlemen, led by wonderfully acted Barry Primus (Righteous Kill, 15 Minutes) and Charles Robinson (NBC's Night Court, Set It Off) during a 24 hour period in Hollywood and their struggles for cafeteria-style food, clean laundry and discrimination after being given a $20 bill by a businessman. The story is interlaced with operatic performances of the cast and background characters giving the film a very surreal quality not found too much in recent memory. Debra Jo Rupp (That 70s Show) and Steve Guttenberg (Cocoon, Police Academy series) are just among the few in this wonderfully casted ensemble. The score magnificent and if it weren't for the Duran Duran-type 80s music video effects that detract from the viewing experience, this film would be a perfect gem. Otherwise, a can't miss, a true original
one life

one life

This is one of the best films I have ever seen. Passionate, moving, caring - but all without being over bearing. The use of several centuries worth of beautiful music really adds to the script. The two leads produce phenomenal performances, and really make you feel for them. The film, as a wonderful compassionate message, without being overbearing, and managed to make me laugh out loud on several occasions.

The musical scenes could have been more tightly tied to the script, however, the were powerful and moving. No complaints.

I would recommend this film to anyone.