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Film Geek (2024): Ratings & Plot

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Film Geek is a 2024 documentary directed by Richard Shepard. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes and was made on a reported $250,000 budget. IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

IMDb rating
7.3/10
budget
$250K
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Film Geek (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Director
Richard Shepard
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Budget
$250K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Film Geek About?

The premise of Film Geek without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This documentary follows a movie-obsessed young boy growing up in New York City, as he explores the complexities of family and identity alongside his enigmatic father. The film incorporates clips from over 200 movies and personal home videos, creating a poignant and intimate portrait of memory and discovery.

Film Geek Themes & Keywords

· 5 tags
  • cinephilia
  • father son relationship
  • autobiographical
  • 1980s
  • 1970s
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Crew

The Director of Film Geek

Directed by Richard Shepard.

From the director

More from Richard Shepard

More films directed by Richard Shepard, best-rated first: The Perfection, The Matador, The Hunting Party and Dom Hemingway.

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Ratings

Film Geek Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Film Geek 7.3/10.

Plot

Film Geek Plot Summary

What happens in Film Geek from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Scott Pelk is a passionate film aficionado grappling with awkward social interactions, working tirelessly at Video Connections in Portland, Oregon. His pride lies in his underappreciated website, www.scottysfilmpage.com, a digital home for his cinematic musings. However, his deep enthusiasm for films often works against him, leading to his dismissal from the video store due to his overpowering presence. In a quest for employment, Scotty explores various video rental shops, only to face continuous rejection.

During one of his fruitless job hunts, Scotty crosses paths with Niko, a stunning young woman engrossed in The Films of David Cronenberg on the MAX. Captivated by her charm and impressive taste, Scotty yearns to engage her in conversation. Unfortunately, Niko shows little interest, leaving him feeling discouraged.

Full summary

The whole story of Film Geek, scene by scene

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Videos

Film Geek Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Film Geek.

FILM GEEK Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Film Geek?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Where does Scotty work at the beginning of the movie?

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FAQ

Film Geek FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director

Runtime, release date, director, budget, ratings and post-credit scenes of Film Geek, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Film Geek?

Film Geek runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was Film Geek released?

Film Geek was released on May 17, 2024.

Who directed Film Geek?

Film Geek was directed by Richard Shepard.

More films by Richard Shepard

What was the budget of Film Geek?

Film Geek had a reported budget of $250,000.

How is Film Geek rated?

Film Geek has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 65% on TMDB and 3.6/5 on Letterboxd.

Does Film Geek have a post-credit scene?

No. Film Geek has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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