This film is the next installment in a strange new genre that overlays a fantasy element upon an otherwise indie dramedy, much like Kick Ass and even The Fall. This time around, our protagonist meets a new girl but must defeat all her prior 'exes' before they can move on and form a relationship. These duels consist of a ‘real' version of Guitar Hero/Rock Band, where each contestant battles it out to be the best musician. The film is interestingly set in a video game itself, complete with nostalgic Zelda sound effects, 1UPs and other gaming antiquities that appeal to 20-something year olds. The transitions are not as slick as Kick Ass and this is to the detriment of the story. But, there’s some quick-witted puns and a pretty solid (original) rock soundtrack in there to keep you interested. Worth a watch or two.
7/10
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