Neon Cactus

This movie had me with an opening scene featuring some laughably endearing characters. Our main man Stanley Cooper sports 2 inch thick glasses which turn his eyes cartoonishly big and right away you're rooting for him no matter what may befall him. What's in store is a journey full of ironic coincidences and secret motivations that one can only smirk along with as each character gets exactly what's coming to them. That's not to say this is predictable. No one is safe and there are surprises along the way you're sure not to see coming.

Don't forget, the vapor wave soundtrack bumping along in the background. It gives an electric, kinetic tone in contrast to the Americana desert setting. Decent acting and cinematography round out a firm outing for actor/director Chris Zuhdi.