I Really Hate My Job (2007)

Though they may seem like hired help the staff at this London eatery are far more than just waitresses--at least according to them. An actor a writer and even a revolutionary hide behind the aprons and bad attitudes of these young women. And when a Hollywood actor (Danny Huston) makes a reservation it throws them into a hilarious frenzy of speculation and introspection. Neve Campbell Shirley Henderson and Alexandra Maria Lara star in this comedic ode to day jobs.System Requirements:Running Time: 90 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: COMEDY/DOWN ON THEIR LUCK Rating: NR UPC: 876964001311 Manufacturer No: 10131 Product Description

Delightful and Interesting

This is a delightful and interesting independent film, shot within the confines of a small restaurant in the district of Soho, in London, England. It's a look at the varied and diverse lives of the staff - the
manager, the bartender (Neve Campbell), the server, the cook and the dishwasher; all of whom happen to be women. As the film progresses, the viewers learns more about each of the women and their lives away from the restaurant.

A number of mini crises occur throughout the evening, which help propel the story along, including a late reservation made for actor Danny Huston and his party. One of the members of the Huston dinner party is actor Barry Morse (of "The Fugitive" TV series and author of Remember with Advantages) in his final film role. He plays the character of 'Georg' - an Eastern European percussionist.

I found the movie to be quite a lot of fun, touching in a few spots and funny in many others. There are standout performances from both Neve Campbell and Oana Pellea, who is a new discovery for me. She plays Rita, the dishwasher. Oana is an actress to look out for! Let me hasten to say that this movie is not full of special effects, car chases, and other such events - this is a character piece. And quite a good one, at that. I do recommend this film.
June 4, 2008

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