Who's Your Monkey?
Who's Your Monkey?

Who's Your Monkey?

2007Movie86 minEnglish

In Jacksonville, Florida, four friends since grade school who are now in their early 30s face the challenges of adulthood: Hutto is about to become a father, Laith is intimidated by his girlfriend's sexuality, a grieving Bobby drinks heavily and sleeps on the grave of a girlfriend who's been dead 18 months, and Mark, an OB/GYN who loves his work, can't practice medicine because he can't afford malpractice insurance. Things come to a head when Mark needs his three friends' help after a belligerent animal-abusing pornographer attacks Mark with a gun over something Laith did. A midnight road trip tests friendship: can the guys help each other?

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: K. LocomotiveGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling comedian named Mike finds himself in a downward spiral after a bad breakup. He takes a job at a bizarre roadside attraction that features a giant ape costume, leading to surreal encounters and a journey of self-discovery. Along the way, he grapples with his artistic aspirations, his relationships, and the absurdity of his circumstances.

Critical Reception

Who's Your Monkey? received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor and narrative to be underdeveloped and inconsistent. While some appreciated its quirky premise and a few standout performances, the overall sentiment was that the film failed to live up to its potential, often described as a strange and unfocused endeavor.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's absurdist humor often falls flat, leading to a disjointed viewing experience.
  • While Adam Goldberg delivers a commendable performance, it's not enough to salvage the film's weak script.
  • The premise is intriguing but ultimately fails to develop into a cohesive or satisfying story.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Who's Your Monkey?' are scarce, with limited data available to provide a comprehensive summary of user sentiment. Based on the few available comments, general reactions seem to lean towards confusion or indifference regarding the film's plot and humor.

Fun Fact

The film was shot primarily in Los Angeles and was initially intended to be a much shorter short film before being expanded.

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