Mantervention
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| Directed by | Stuart Acher |
| Written by | Juan E.G. |
| Produced by | Jordan Rosner Gato Scatena Joel Michaely |
| Starring | Chloe Bridges Nick Roux Travis Van Winkle Max Carver Jillian Murray Mindy Robinson Mario Van Peebles |
| Cinematography | John Matysiak |
| Edited by | Brad E. Wilhite |
Production company | Scatena & Rosner Films |
| Distributed by | Vision Films |
Release date |
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Running time | 98 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Mantervention is a 2014 American comedy film, directed by Stuart Acher and written by Juan E.G. The film stars Chloe Bridges, Nick Roux, Travis Van Winkle, and Mario Van Peebles.[1]
Synopsis
Spencer (Nick Roux) is a heartbroken college student who can't seem to break an endless cycle of crying and masturbation, so his best friend Coke (Travis Van Winkle) decides to put him through a "mantervention" in order to help him get over his ex.[2]
Cast
- Nick Roux as Spencer
- Travis Van Winkle as Coke
- Chloe Bridges as Katie
- Mario Van Peebles as Steve
- Randy Wayne as Kip
- Sarah Baldwin as Allison
- Lindsay Pearce as Monica
- Deep Roy as Massage Parlor Owner
- Jillian Murray as Madison
- Max Carver as Lifeguard Joe
- Josie Davis as TSA Supervisor
- Rich Franklin as Coach Billings
- Stephanie Faracy as Spencer's mom
- Daniel Cormier as himself
- K.J. Noons as himself
- Dwayne Johnson as MMA fighter
- Megan Albertus as Tipsy girl
Production
Mantervention is an independent movie that was speculatively produced in 2013 by Scatena & Rosner Films. In January 2014 at the Sundance Film Festival, Vision Films picked up the sales and distribution rights for the picture.[3][4]
Release
The film was initially released across the US on digital cable video-on-demand platforms including Comcast, DirecTV, Xfinity, Cox, Time Warner Cable, Charter Communications, and Mediacom. The premiere for 'Mantervention' took place at the TCL Chinese Theater, and was rumored to be hosted by social club the Regia Club based on many of the Club's known affiliates to be in attendance including but not limited to Richard Portnow, Spencer Locke, Jordan Rosner, and Josie Davis. The only U.S. domestic cable provider to not pick up 'Mantervention' was U-Verse. The movie is also available on iTunes, Amazon.com, Best Buy, Hulu, Vudu, and WalMart.[5][6][7]
Marketing
Scatena & Rosner Films executed a unique marketing campaign targeting the college demographic, and also included a limited theatrical release in numerous college markets including University of Alabama, Florida State University, University of Florida, Georgia Institute of Technology, North Carolina State University, and Arizona State University. The campaign employed local street teams, cross-promotions with local restaurants and companies, and interviews and press exposure within the local communities. The campaign was well received in all markets, and led to positive reviews and increased viewership.[8][9][10][11]
Reception
Critics and audiences alike had a good response to the film—acknowledging the film as a classic college sex comedy with heart.[citation needed] Unlike most comedies of this nature, Mantervention has garnered a female audience equal in numbers to the male audience.[citation needed] Mantervention also won the Audience Award for Best Feature Film at the 2014 Bel Air Film Festival.[9]
References
- ^ "'Mantervention' is just what the doctor ordered for a broken heart". screenspotlight.com. August 1, 2014.
- ^ "Tampa ER doctor pens script for film 'Mantervention'". Tampa Bay Times. August 29, 2014.
- ^ "Vision Films Set to Release Scatena & Rosner Films' Horror Picture 'The Sand' and College Comedy 'Mantervention'". PRWeb. January 16, 2014.
- ^ "Vision Films Set to Release Scatena & Rosner Films' Horror Picture 'The Sand' and College Comedy 'Mantervention'". MitchMusso.net. January 16, 2014.
- ^ "Vision Films' Feature and Documentary DVD Label Set to Release...MANTERVENTION". GreenAtom.net. April 8, 2014.
- ^ "Watch 'Mantervention'". DirecTV. August 1, 2014.
- ^ "Kealakehe grad produced film heading to theaters". West Hawaii Today. September 19, 2014.
- ^ "Quirky Comedy 'Mantervention' to at Play Bama Theater on Thursday Read More: Quirky Comedy 'Mantervention' to at Play Bama Theatre". 95.3 The Bear FM. October 8, 2014.
- ^ a b "Mantervention Has Everything You Want In A Movie, Including Lots Of Boobs". TotalFratMove.com. September 25, 2014.
- ^ "'Mantervention' Screening in Atlanta Uses New Methods to Reach College Students". Atlanta Daily World. September 24, 2014.
- ^ "'Mantervention' film helps men survive relations". Sun Sentinel. October 12, 2014.
