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| Zaphod |
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| Different Drummers (2013-PG) |
| https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2472742/ |
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T H E P L O T
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Based on an inspiring true story, Different Drummers follows the heartwarming
yet unlikely friendship of two boys growing up in Spokane Washington in the
1960's.
When David, who is bound to a wheelchair and growing weaker from muscular dys-
trophy, accurately foretells the death of his fourth grade teacher, a doubtful
Lyle, who has an increasingly high energy level, decides to test the existence
of God by attempting to get David to run again.
A pact is made, and Lyle soon begins to twist the rules in a desperate attempt
to give his friend some of his own excess energy. Along the way, the two boys
come face to face with life's most painful truths, and Lyle's question is
ultimately answered in a way he never could have imagined...
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T H E B O Y S
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Brayden Tucker (as Lyle Hatcher)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5327060/
Ethan Reed McKay (as David Dahlke)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4815079/
Jonah Beres (as Steve Hatcher)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm4904810/
Tiger Ashtiani (as Melvin Schmeck)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5396157/
Peyton Cooley (as Mick the BB Gun Boy (as Payton Cooley))
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5396409/
Evan Schultz (as Terry the BB Gun Boy)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5510907/
Colton Fletcher (as Big Kid on Playground)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5397439/
David Hoblitt (as Greg)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5396906/
Caden Liberty (as Richard)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5398009/
Josiah DeWitt (as Fred)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5396253/
Collin Smoll (as Mike)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5397508/
Joseph Stafford (as Leon)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5397598/
Joseph Gabel (as Johnny)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5396768/
Peyton Hatcher (as Classmate)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm8159912/
Aidan Walsh (as Classmate)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm8159909/
Caleb Weatherbee (as Swimmer)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm5005695/
Wyatt Cline (as Swimmer)
http://www.imdb.com/name/nm8159918/
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T H E T E C H S P E C S
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Type ...............: MPEG (.MPG/.MPEG/.VOB)
Filesize ...........: 7,236,423,781 bytes
Running Time .......: 1:48:05
Video Info
Video Codec ........: MPEG-2
Resolution (DAR) ...: 853 x 480 (AR: 1.85:1)
FPS ................: 29.970
Video Bitrate ......: 6246 kb/s
Bits per Pixel .....: 0.603 bpp
Standard ...........: NTSC
Audio Info
Audio Codec ........: AC3
Audio Bitrate ......: 448 kb/s [6 channel(s)] CBR
Sample Rate ........: 48000 Hz
Language ...........: English
Subtitles ..........: None
IMDb ...............: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2472742/
Source .............: Untouched Bridgestone Multimedia Group NTSC DVD9
Quality (1-5) ......: 5
Origin .............: Zaphod Bought
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T H E E X T R A S
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Making Of Different Drummers (29:43)
Spokane High School's Reaction to the Film (13:52)
Cast Interviews (25:00)
Study Guide (PDF)
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T H E N O T E S
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While I have to confess up front that this is far from the 'perfect film,'
please read on to see exactly why I say that...
I was of course drawn in by the DVD cover, but the website where I purchased
the disc had only a very brief synopsis, so I was expecting a much lighter,
more comedic film. Don't get me wrong, there are laughs galore from the
antics of Lyle to some of David's wisecracks, but the overall tone of the
movie is one of thoughtful compassion, and not comedy.
Both leads did a great job in their roles, characterizations that would be
challenging to even seasoned adult actors, but there were minor slips here and
there (some more owing to script writing than to acting) that gave me an
uneasy feeling at times. What caused the greatest amount of unrest, however,
was the different, conflicting plot points present throughout...
Without giving too much away, you had
* The relationship between Lyle and David
* David's apparent faith in God
* Lyle's bewilderment and child-like search for answers about God
* Both boys' medical conditions and how they affected those around them
* Some social commentary about the role of school administrators and the
treatment of ADHD (termed in the 60's as 'MDD' (Minimal Brain Dysfunction))
All these things --could-- have worked together just fine, but (to me, anyway)
they were not brought together in a cohesive manner and left me with a feeling
of disquiet. Understand, this is not a major criticism, and rest assured I
will certainly be returning to this film (hopefully) many more times before I
croak!
The ending was at once heartbreaking, but also bittersweet (and that's all
I'll say, so as not to spoil anything).
As to the production as a whole, it was very well done. The cinematography
was excellent, giving an authentic 1960's look to the world, mostly due to
controlled frame angles. I did see one scene where there was a sign outside
the school that I don't think would've appeared in the 60's, but other than
that, the rest of the world was convincing. The music was sparse, with only a
few atmospheric pieces at appropriate times, and some pleasant folksy,
acoustic guitar numbers.
It was readily apparent that the production team poured themselves into this,
and I'd have to describe it as a very heartfelt endeavor, a compliment that I
only give to a few (more Indie) films that I've seen.
On a more (MUCH more) personal note: I am fully, deeply, desperately and hope-
lessly in love with Lyle (Brayden Tucker). From the moment he first appeared
onscreen I was smitten, and by the film's end, well, let's just say I was so
far past the point of no return that it couldn't even be located on the GPS...
:wink: :smile: :love: :swoon:
Beyond merely the physical aspect (which I'm sure you'd agree would be more
than enough), his screen demeanor drew me in. The realism that he brought to
the role --that of a sweet young man with an altogether good heart, who
inadvertently gets into endless trouble because of an overabundance of energy
and enthusiasm-- was just spot-on and made the character come to life for me.
Despite the mild problems outlined above, I wholeheartedly recommend this
movie to one and all -- Go, download it now! :)
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