Review: Jake Johnson's New Comedy 'Self Reliance' Plays It Too Safe

Yet another film I knew nothing about before watching to continue New Years viewings. Yet another feature directorial debut, this time from American actor Jake Johnson. Yet another movie that caught my eye due to its interesting cast. After Night Swim and Role Play at the start of 2024, it's time for Self Reliance to try to surprise me with a high-concept premise that promises entertainment from all parts of the comedy-thriller spectrum. The movie's plot follows Tommy Walcott, portrayed by Johnson himself, a lonely man trapped in the monotony of his daily life who seizes the opportunity to participate in a dark web reality show where he must survive 30 days without being killed by others – addressed as the "hunters" – and win a million dollars. The catch? Participants can only be attacked when they're completely alone. This loophole is obviously explored by the character, who begins a self-discovery adventure within a life-and-death scenario. // Continue Reading ›

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