As one who reviews indie film for HorrorHound Magazine, I watch A LOT of indie films. Most filmmakers put a lot of passion, blood, sweat, tears, money, love, and time into their projects. Unfortunately, most of them are not good filmmakers. I know that seems like an obvious statement to make; yet, it makes a lot of people very upset. Not everyone who wants to be a great musician can be ... not everyone who wants to be a great artist can be. However, Darrin Dickerson IS a great filmmaker, a great storyteller, and a pretty damn good actor. D4 is by far the best first- feature I have ever seen from a filmmaker. The production value is high and story is rich and complete. I don't want to give any of this film away ... it needs to be seen. For those who may be new to indie films ... open your mind and your eyes. This is no different (in many cases) than going to see a band in a bar versus an arena. You may not get all of the glitz you are used to seeing; but, what you WILL get is the essence of the craft. To me, indie films are the "unplugged" version of movies. They are raw, gritty, and often poetic. D4 has a flow and arc that may Hollywood films don't achieve. And, the poetry lies in the reality behind D4 (watch the special features). Well done Darrin ... cannot wait for the next effort!
Review of D4
D4
(2011)
As a lover of indie film, as a reviewer of indie film, as an indie filmmaker ... watch D4
15 January 2012