REPRISE is funny and emotional. It is filmed in teh French New Wave style and has some humore like French film Amelie does. REPRISE is about two friends, Phillip and Erik, who want to be published. Phillip gets published first and can't handle it. He has a breakdown and ends up in a mental hospital. When he gets out, he tries to hook up again with his girlfriend Kari. Meanwhile, Erik finally has a book accepted for publication. Phillip continues to struggle as he nears closer to breaking Kari's heart again.

The story and characters feel organic. Porno Lars is cruel and yet funny. The reclusive author (Sten Egil Dahl) Erik and Phillip are fans of make a nice add to the film. This movie is about how young adults leave behind past close friendships as they progress into older more mature lives. However, the wrenching relationship between Phillip and Kari is the best thing about REPRISE. Their relationship is never easy as they try to come to grips with what they want from each other.

SPECIAL FEATURES:
12 deleted scenes are of interest (run 16 1/2 minutes long). It is interesting to see what was tried and what was cut out of this film.

CASTING REPRISE features interviews with cast and the director in addition to bits from the casting sessions.
ALL IN TRIER'S DETAILS- post-production of REPRISE (editing and sound design)
LOVE'S NOT EASY- how hard it is film a love scene
ANECDOTES- how the script came together and what was left out. the first draft was 220 plus pages.
SO SORRY- a montage of all the times Sorry is said in the film.

FINAL ANALYSIS: REPRISE is a funny and emotional surprise.

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