Flock of Dudes

Flock of Dudes
Theatrical release poster
Directed by	Bob Castrone
Written by	Bob Castrone Brian Levin Jason Zumwalt
Produced by	Ted O'Neal Brian Levin Mark Manuel Aaron Kaufman
Starring	Chris D'Elia Hannah Simone Bryan Greenberg Eric André Kumail Nanjiani Brett Gelman Hilary Duff Jamie Chung Timothy Simons Hannibal Buress Bryan Callen Melissa Rauch Kelen Coleman Peri Gilpin Skylar Astin Ray Liotta
Cinematography	Yaron Levy
Edited by	Lawrence Jordan
Music by	Jonathan Zalben Ruwanga Samath
Production company	Kilburn Media
Distributed by	Starz Digital
Release date	September 30, 2016 (2016-09-30) (United States)
Running time	90 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English

Flock of Dudes is a 2016 American comedy film directed by Bob Castrone.[1] The film premiered at the LA Film Festival on June 13, 2015, and stars Chris D'Elia, Hannah Simone and Hilary Duff.[2] Flock of Dudes is loosely based upon the experiences of the script writers.[3] It was released in the United States on September 30, 2016.

Plot

Adam (Chris D'Elia) is a 30-something man child who lives a ridiculous lifestyle with his three lifelong friends. After he is evicted from the house they ruined together, and his ex starts dating a successful celebrity, Adam decides it is time to grow up by "breaking up" with his friends.

Cast

• Chris D'Elia as Adam
• Skylar Astin as David
• Bryan Greenberg as Barrett
• Hannah Simone as Beth
• Hilary Duff as Amanda
• Jamie Chung as Katherine
• Melissa Rauch as Jamie
• Brett Gelman as Howie
• Eric André as Mook
• Marc Maron as Richtman
• Kumail Nanjiani as Ro
• Hannibal Buress as Pussypop
• Timothy Simons as Butler
• Jeffrey Ross as Masturbator
• Mario Lopez as himself
• Kea Ho as Lola
• Kelen Coleman as Krista
• Carly Craig as Zane
• Jon Gabrus as Gabrus
• Mitch Eakins as Nelson
• David Neher as Lyle
• Vagna Kobe as Joe
• Peri Gilpin as Adam's mom
• Ray Liotta as Uncle Reed

Production

Filming began on Flock of Dudes in June 2013 in Los Angeles and Whittier, California.[4][5] Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, and Jeff Ross were named as participating in the film along with Blake Griffin.[6][7] Lea Michele was temporarily attached to the film but withdrew from the project after the death of her boyfriend Cory Monteith.[8] Flock of Dudes moved into post-production in August 2013.[9][10]

Reception

On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 36% based on 11 reviews, with an average rating of 5.33/10.[11]

References

1. Williams, Ashley Michelle. "Westminster Native Makes Feature Film Debut As Writer, Producer". WBAL. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
2. Flannery, Megan. "Alumni 'flock' to big screen spring 2014". The Towerlight. Archived from the original on October 2, 2013. Retrieved September 22, 2013.
3. "Md. filmmaker hopes to make it big with new comedy". WBAL TV. Archived from the original on 26 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
4. "NBA Star Blake Griffin Eyed For 'Flock Of Dudes'; Comedy Adds Melissa Rauch". Deadline. 23 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
5. Fullam, Peter (2013-07-07). "Whittier works to keep its film-friendly reputation". Whittier Daily News. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
6. "Bro Breakup Comedy 'Flock Of Dudes' Adds Hannah Simone, Marc Maron, Jeff Ross". Deadline. 18 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
7. Smith, Michael. "Blake Griffin: Los Angeles Clipper, Hollywood actor". Tulsa World. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
8. "Lea Michele No Longer Attached to Skylar Astin Movie: Because of Cory?". Wet Paint. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
9. Ellin, Simone (August 15, 2013). "Major Dude". Jewish Times. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
10. Oland, Brandon. "Q and A: Former Westminster resident produces first film in Los Angeles". Carrol County Times. Archived from the original on 22 September 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2013.
11. "Flock of Dudes". Rotten Tomatoes.

External links

• Flock of Dudes at IMDb
• Flock of Dudes at Rotten Tomatoes