| Potato Dreams of America | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Wes Hurley |
| Written by | Wes Hurley |
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| Cinematography | Vincent Pierce |
| Edited by | Wes Hurley |
| Music by | Catherine Joy Joshua Kohl |
Production company | Doco Digital |
| Distributed by | Dark Star Pictures |
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Running time | 97 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Potato Dreams of America is a 2021 American autobiographical coming-of-age comedy-drama film written and directed by Wes Hurley. [1] [2]
Potato Dreams of America received mixed to positive reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, a user described it as "a sweet and endearing story about a boy and his mother that go through a total transformation to get the life they always wanted." [3] A reviewer praised its distinctive tone and storytelling, stating, "What a nice surprise. Quality filmmaking. Very good script. Interesting, compelling story. The tone was unique and wonderfully consistent throughout." [4]
A review from the fellas praised the film for its autobiographical authenticity and visual storytelling. The review highlighted the use of stylized set design and theatrical performances, stating that these choices added to the film’s charm. However, it also noted that some tonal shifts might not resonate with all viewers It received a 10/10 score. [5]
However, the film also faced criticism. An IMDb reviewer described it as "what would happen if Wes Anderson were forced at gunpoint to make the worst movie possible about a gay kid in the Soviet Union." [6] Despite such critiques, the film was generally well received for its humor and writing. Backseat Mafia noted that while the film was "uneven at times," it remained "consistently funny and works thanks to great writing and clever direction." [7]
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