4th Man Out
4th Man Out

Movie spotlight

4th Man Out

2015
Movie
87 min
English

After a night of drinking, Adam Hutcherson stumbles out of the closet to his three straight buddies. A disruption to their dynamic which they now must try and overcome through alcohol, Tinder dates and forgiveness.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: Evan CrokerGenres: Comedy, Romance, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Nick, a shy and closeted young man, thinks his biggest problem is his unrequited crush on his best friend, Chris. That all changes when Chris is abducted by aliens and replaced by an identical extraterrestrial. This alien, also named Chris, claims to be on a mission to understand humans by experiencing life on Earth, and decides to pursue Nick. As Nick navigates this bizarre new reality, he must confront his own fears and desires while trying to keep the alien Chris a secret.

Critical Reception

4th Man Out received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique blend of sci-fi, comedy, and romance, as well as its heartfelt exploration of identity and connection. The film was particularly noted for its charming performances and its effective subversion of genre tropes.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and quirky romantic comedy with a sci-fi twist.

  • Praised for its heartfelt exploration of love and identity.

  • Appreciated for its engaging performances and humorous take on classic tropes.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was part of the Outfest Fusion Film Festival, a prominent LGBTQ+ film festival.

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Reno

Reno

> No matter what comes between, the friendship remains forever! I had seen lots of gay themed films, but this one was different and way better I felt. This was not about the romance, sex or the social struggle, it was about the friendshi...