Running on Empty Dreams (2009)

I have to say that many situation in the movie make me confuse. 1/ Gerry- a butch, she built a theory about loving god is what she was doing, so at the end- the death of Sydney- does it prove her theory? is this a movie for encouraging lesbians? 2/ Jane saved Sydney's life, why doen't she tell Syd? She knows Syd will love her because of saving Syd's life? 3/ there is nothing about to make Syd to die, far away from her son? so many way to keep them together, about money for treatment? it's a stupid thought if she really love Jane, just see what did she left for Jane? nothing but Jane and Jane's love. 4/ Jane get on Syd's shirt and sport bra when the husband is around, it's like a punch to his face, does she get that?

There are spoilers** I thought the movie was going good until it started getting to the end and it drastically changed my outlook on it. It is pretty confusing to try and figure out exactly what the writer/director is trying to say. So many contradictions. Personally I felt like the film was trying to say it's easier to die than follow your heart. I don't think that's a good lesson for people who may watch this film. I know it's up to interpretation if it was suicide but regardless of the way you look at it, it was suicide!!!! Either she killed herself by slit her wrists or because she stopped taking the pills knowing she would die without them. Then of course with all the religious stuff going on. Blah. Up until all this stuff happened the movie was OK. I really liked the stark contrast between Jane's and Cory's character. Jane was happy, energetic, and free loving. Cory on the other hand was emotionless, self centered, and clueless on how to treat Syd. It wasn't any wonder why Syd wasn't happy. The part of Jane really wins you over and you're on her side from when you first meet her in the film (not technically the first time though). My recommendation is watch the movie up to 1:40 then skip the last 20 minutes. It's much better that way. Trust me!!!

OMG i just didn't understand what the storyline was all about. although the lead actress was very hot. points for that! the relationship of the women didn't seem to click. the role of that "Gerry" was confusing. because why in the first place would she even interrupt in the life of Sydney. they aren't even friends and what was more weird was when Gerry and Sydney were already shouting at each other and all Jane did was laugh at both of them. WTF? can't she even just say something like to stop yelling at each other.. what was that all about? LOL..it was good but not enough for me to recommend this film. weird storyline.

Film making 101:Sorry. I have seen a lot of lesbian themed films and I REALLY WANTED TO LIKE THIS. Don't get me wrong its not the worst film ever made ...but the premise was so confusing!?! The DVD jacket says "Forced to Deny their Feelings" WHAT?! when? Their first kiss was so, ew, cold. no heat. I never once got a feeling these women were "hot" for each other. I never once got the sense that they were attracted to each other. FAULT #1: LOW BUDGET. You can always tell low budget by the long single shots at say, a table, or washing dishes with no cut always. CLOSE UPS could have provided some intimate moments between the 2 women. FAULT #2: WEIRD SCRIPT? (HUGE RELIGIOUS OVERTONES) WHO was this film made for? FAULT #3 : When how and why am I supposed to believe these women both turned lezbo and the way it unfolded was sooooo BAD Made-for-TV awkward and not believable. I found myself with my jaw opened several times yelling out loud "oh hell no that did NOT just happen?!" PLUS: GOOD ACTORS. Rachel Owens, Kathleen Benner and I did like the lead male in particular, Jose Rosete, who was portrayed as a compassionate, loving, hard working guy and not a jerk (as in, say, Thelma and Louise). This I appreciated.PLUS: The kid actors I hope careers continue cuz' they shined for being in an awkward kind of weird lesbian low budget film.KUDOS TO the actress who played "Geri" (I think Amber Ryan)? who played the extreeemely "stereotypical dyke" who although her acting was troubled by the direction or decision of grabbing her crotch (gross) I thought would have been more fun if the character was say, a ghost? or the main characters angel or subconscious or something. Que Sera Sera. In conclusion: A for effort to the director, producer and all involved. BUT DO NOT EXPECT MUCH. THE ARE FAR BETTER Gay films our there. Just hope they keep making 'em.