Citizen Duane
Duane Balfour is a teen-aged Don Quixote born into a family of spectacular failure. But, what starts as a simple schoolyard rivalry snowballs out of control when Duane decides to run for mayor of the tiny town of Ridgeway. If Duane is to succeed, he must not only overcome the powerful incumbents, but also his own inadequacies, public perception, and history itself.doers who dare to cross his path. But little does he know that his own attackers are highly connected to an underworld crime family who has close ties to corrupt police and, unbeknownst to him, are also looking for him!
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Plot Summary
A shy and awkward college student finds himself in over his head when he accepts a dare to ask out the most popular girl on campus. As he navigates the complexities of dating and social hierarchies, he must also confront his own insecurities and learn to stand up for himself.
Critical Reception
Citizen Duane received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be uninspired and its plot predictable. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the lighthearted tone while others criticized its lack of originality.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with underdeveloped characters and a predictable narrative arc.
- Humor often falls flat, relying on tired tropes.
- Despite a few earnest performances, the overall execution is unmemorable.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on location at various colleges in the Southern California area, aiming for an authentic student life atmosphere.
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