They hope it won’t be their last.|Jul. 02, 2021|United States|103 Min.|n/A
Genre: Comedy;Crime;Mystery
Description: “First Date,” a 2021 film directed by Manuel Crosby and Darren Knapp, delves into the anxiety, optimism, and occasional futility of first dates. The story follows Mike, a high school student crushing on a classmate, Kelsey. When Mike buys a rundown Chrysler New Yorker from Craigslist, he unwittingly becomes entangled in a series of unexpected events involving illegal goods. As Mike tries to navigate his growing feelings for Kelsey and deal with the chaos around him, he must also contend with a charming but dim-witted jock vying for her attention.
Set in a quiet Northern California suburb, the film explores Mike’s chaotic journey to secure his first date with Kelsey, filled with wild twists and turns. Despite numerous obstacles, including moments where it seems his chance is lost, the story keeps Mike’s hopes alive.
Tyson Brown and Shelby Duclos, both making their feature film debuts, portray Mike and Kelsey with charm and authenticity. Brown’s portrayal of Mike balances naivety and resourcefulness, as he cleverly navigates awkward and dangerous situations.
The film’s structure resembles a modern-day odyssey, capturing the absurdity and unpredictability of young love and misadventures in an otherwise mundane setting.
Cast director: Darren Knapp
Cast actor: Tyson Brown, Shelby Duclos, Jesse Janzen, Nicole Berry, Ryan Quinn Adams, Brandon Kraus, Angela Barber, Dave Reimer, Samuel Ademola, Scott E. Noble
Original name: First Date