"The Disaster Artist" Review - It's Real Hollywood Movie

Man oh man “The Disaster Artist” is so good. I kind of knew that going in considering the book is so phenomenal, and “The Room” is hysterical, but it met almost every one of my expectations.

It’s humorous, heartfelt, beautifully shot as if you are behind the scenes right in the studio, and best of all, it’s a Hollywood film that is a real serious love letter to starving talent. It’s not a cliche script about LA or about two talented people who follow their heart. As Tommy says in the movie, “no Mickey Mouse stuff”. It tells the story of two truly odd people who in the end, made a film that for some weird as hell reason, became a hit in the world of film. It’s so inspiring to see something that truly shows the audience the quips and wonders of making it big in LA. James Franco should hands down get an Oscar nomination and I would go as far as saying Dave Franco should get one too. Their chemistry together is so good throughout the entire movie that you forget the two are actually brothers!

The only thing that was disappointing to me was the length of the film. Like I said, I read the book beforehand, and I highly recommend you all read it. You don’t have to see “The Room” nor do you have to read the book in order to get “Disaster Artist”, but the stories behind the making of this cult classic are insane. There are certain scenes that were shot that are beautifully told by Greg Sestro on how they came to be, as well as all the commotion that went down behind the scenes. To read about it is another adventure of it’s own and the book really makes your jaw drop. I was sad that so little of it was incorporated into the film (it's only an hour and 40 minutes). Sure, there were things that were cut and modified so it could have a cohesive plot, but I wanted to see more of the commotion on set, what Tommy did, and how certain scenes came to be be brought to life more. If it were 15-20 minutes longer, it would probably be my favorite film of the year.

But nevertheless, what is in the film is very faithful to the book and you will still have one hell of a time. Everyone involved in “The Disaster Artist” did a phenomenal job. When I met Tommy Wiseau at Stan Lee Comic Con two months ago, he was one of the weirdest, yet nicest guys I ever met. I got a signed script from him, he tossed me a football, and as you can see, I took a picture with him. I literally had to spell my name by letters one by one to him when I got his autograph. To this day, I still can’t really read what he wrote me. And now he might have a chance to get an Oscar. Talk about dreams coming true.

Two Nebs Up!