Everyone Has A Price. What’s Yours?|Sep. 08, 2012|United States|100 Min.|R
Genre: Comedy;Fantasy;Thriller
Description: The Brass Teapot is a 2012 American fantasy film directed by Ramaa Mosley. The screenplay was written by Tim Macy, who adapted it from his own short story. The movie made its debut at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2012, and was later released in theaters and through video on demand on April 5, 2013.
The story follows John (Michael Angarano) and Alice (Juno Temple), a struggling couple who stumble upon a magical brass teapot. This teapot has the power to generate money, but with a peculiar condition—they must endure physical pain for it to work. As they discover its potential, they face difficult decisions about how far they are willing to go and how much suffering they can withstand to achieve financial stability.
The film received largely negative reviews from critics. As of June 2020, it holds a 32% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 31 reviews, with an average score of 4.88/10. Despite the criticism, some reviewers acknowledged its merits. Film.com described it as “an enjoyable entertainment, despite some uneven moments,” while The Playlist praised its charm, attributing it to the talented cast.
Hitflix highlighted Ramaa Mosley’s storytelling skills, calling the film a “focused and controlled piece of storytelling.” The Wall Street Journal noted the appealing chemistry between Alice and John, particularly appreciating Juno Temple’s performance for its humor and poignancy. However, the review also pointed out that the film’s shift to a darker tone, as the couple’s greed escalates, creates a jarring contrast before returning to a lighter mood.
Cast director: Ramaa Mosley
Cast actor: Juno Temple, Michael Angarano, Alexis Bledel, Billy Magnussen, Alia Shawkat, Bobby Moynihan, Steve Park, Ben Rappaport, Lucy Walters, Jack McBrayer
Original name: The Brass Teapot