

Humpday
Imagine your life is somewhat complete with a house, job, and wife but then your best friend from college comes knocking at your door at 2 AM. During a pot-induced hedonistic party, a plan is hatched between the two friends to create an Art Film of “two really straight men having sex.” If they only knew how much this would affect all of their lives.
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Plot Summary
Two old friends, reunion after years apart, decide to embark on a drunken pact to make an amateur adult film together as a bizarre way to reconnect. Their wives and partners are understandably confused and concerned as the project takes shape.
Critical Reception
Humpday was a critical darling upon its release, lauded for its raw, improvisational style and the authentic chemistry between its lead actors. It was particularly praised for its honest and often uncomfortable portrayal of male friendship and sexuality.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its naturalistic acting and improvisational dialogue.
- Celebrated for its candid and humorous exploration of male bonding.
- Noted for Lynn Shelton's distinctive directorial voice and indie sensibility.
Google audience: Audiences generally found Humpday to be a funny, surprisingly heartfelt, and refreshingly unique film. Many appreciated the raw performances and the unconventional premise, though some found the subject matter a bit awkward.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The film was largely improvised, with Mark Duplass and Joshua Leonard developing much of the dialogue and plot points on the fly during shooting.
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