Marco Polo Boys

Summary This -Mumblecore- feature film was shot in 9 consecutive days, in chronological order, in the home town of the writer/director (Danny LeGare Stafford Springs CT. It was shot using multiple cameras (Varicam, JVC HD200U and a FLIP cam). The budget was under one thousand dollars. The script was an outline and the dialog is 100% improvisation. Danny LeGare create and sought out to shoot this film specifically this way because he lacked funds to shoot a traditional feature film. This surprisingly fast paced and efficient production worked out almost to a T how LeGare planned it in his head. View more details

Marco Polo Boys

Directed : Danny LeGare

Written : Danny LeGare

Stars : Brad Brinkley Danny LeGare Genevieve Joy Daniel 'Lucky' Luckingham

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Genres : Comedy Drama Romance

Release date : Feb 6, 1962

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : Black Hole Films

Summary This -Mumblecore- feature film was shot in 9 consecutive days, in chronological order, in the home town of the writer/director (Danny LeGare Stafford Springs CT. It was shot using multiple cameras (Varicam, JVC HD200U and a FLIP cam). The budget was under one thousand dollars. The script was an outline and the dialog is 100% improvisation. Danny LeGare create and sought out to shoot this film specifically this way because he lacked funds to shoot a traditional feature film. This surprisingly fast paced and efficient production worked out almost to a T how LeGare planned it in his head. View more details

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Genres : Comedy Drama Romance

Release date : Feb 6, 1962

Countries of origin : United States

Language : English

Production companies : Black Hole Films

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Family Business

Family Business

In the independent film "Family Business," the tale unfolds at Doilie's Diner, a beloved family restaurant established in 1955. For generations, the restaurant has thrived on delicious homemade recipes and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. In 2006, the baton is passed to Mark Doilie, a responsible and detail-oriented sibling. Chaos ensues when Mark's free-spirited, charming older brother, Joe, embarks on amusing schemes to disrupt the restaurant's operations on Mark's first day at the helm. With a diverse cast of eccentric customers and employees, the diner becomes a whirlwind of hilarious disarray. The clash between the already unsettled brothers intensifies, leading to a passionate argument that nearly escalates to physical confrontation. It seems an irreparable rift is inevitable, with longstanding resentments and clashing personalities taking center stage. However, just as tensions reach their peak, an unforeseen event threatens both the diner's existence and one of the brothers' lives. The crisis prompts one of them to step up and save the restaurant and their family's heritage. The other is left contemplating his very existence and discovers that the essence of the "Family Business" extends beyond the food they serve-it resides in the love, laughter, and memories shared with family. Throughout this flashback-laden tale, the evolution of Doilie's Diner and the Doilie brothers themselves unfolds. The restaurant remains an iconic local landmark, a testament to the resilience of family bonds, friendship, and the enduring power of laughter and love. "Family Business" is more than a comedy; it's an inspiring journey of reconciliation, illustrating that love, respect, and humor can heal even the deepest family wounds. This culinary comedy reminds us that the best ingredients in life are not only the memories we create but the bonds we form with others.

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