Cast
Billie Joe Armstrong
Perry
Fred Armisen
Gary
Judy Greer
Christy
Selma Blair
Karen
Chris Messina
Jake
Brian Baumgartner
Rupert
John Doman
Walt
Madisyn Shipman
Salome
Kevin Corrigan
Pete
Mia Dillon
Joan
Lucas Papaelias
Johnny
Dallas Roberts
Mickey
Rick Younger
Dean
Sean Gunn
Ted
Valentine Miele
Joe
Crew
Director
- Lee Kirk
Writer
- Lee Kirk
Producer
- Alex A. Ginzburg
- Tony Lee
- Tim Perell
Reviews
Reno
**A struggling ex musician on his birthday.**
We always ask for something new. Not to repeat the same old story with different cast. After avoiding the so called major clichés, this is how a film looks like. I'm not saying it is a fresh story, but a refreshed minor league film. It is a decent comedy-drama and much better than many mainstream films from these days. So I enjoyed watching it.
I don't know who is this guy in the lead, but came to know he's a musician who played one this film as well. At first I thought it was Aaron Paul, then his brother, though, he was good in the role. The rest of the casting was good as well. It is a one day tale, that follows on the birthday of a married ex musician struggling with his life.
I think I liked the narrative, but too simple. Anyway, it ended so well. It was a much better film than the others saying. It could not be as good as I'm saying to you, but definitely not a bad flick. That's what you have to understand if you are not sure about giving it a try. I would surely suggest it for the people with low expectation, but not a must see film.
_7/10_
Apr 14, 2017
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Ordinary World examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Lee Kirk brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2016, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Ordinary World took approximately 7 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 86 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 106 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 300 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 12 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 14, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 26m