Mahalia Cohen delivers a poignant drama about an aging songwriter meeting an unexpected muse. Jaime Leopold is totally charismatic and likeable in the lead role. Subtle photography of a little known part of Oregon. The Last Hot Lick is a gentle ride with underlaying questioning about self-accomplishment and the power of art and giving. Brilliant.
7 Reviews
A great little indie film about music and loss.
evelyne-813 December 2020
A great little indie film that deals with universal themes we can all relate to. I watched this with a friend, I thought it was made like a documentary , so real I thought it was a documentary at first. Jamie Leopold and Jennifer Smieja were so real and moving with great chemistry.
Great story, good acting and beautiful backgrounds
williamgway12 December 2020
Nicely set in the beautiful Pacific Northwest this moving tale of romance and life is well scripted and well acted. The story has good pace and keeps you engaged right until the end. Main characters are compelling and drew me into the story. Worth a watch. I recommend.
Indie Film About Love & Music
JGReviews16 December 2020
I was drawn into watching The Last Hot Lick after seeing some good festival laurels on the poster image. It did not disappoint. The film is pretty, honest, and a pleasure to listen to as well. I'm reading just now in another review that the lead actors may have been non-actors, or first time actors, which is remarkable because I really appreciated their performances. If you're into indie films about musicians, and a bit more, then The Last Hot Lick is definitely worth a watch.
Honest & Real
DonSwanson13 December 2020
What a gem!
AvaCincotti11 December 2020
So many great things about this movie. Let's start with the extraordinary performance of Jamie Leopold and Jennifer Smieja, who never acted before and yet they're so truthful, raw, intense. The music is obviously a huge part of the movie, but it never overpowers the story. The pace is that of a great indie. And the writing and directing is fantastic: never a frame or a line too much, the director/writer holds back to make you feel the characters pain without having to explain it in the dialogue. Highly recommended!
One great film!
craigahrens11 December 2020
What a wonderful movie! I enjoyed it from beginning to end!! This is one of those rare films where you feel like you're a fly on the wall. The acting was terrific!! This little jewel just kept getting better and better as it went along! I highly recommend this film to all. Great work everyone!! You all did it right!!
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