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Two grown men take sibling rivalry to new heights of hilarity in this winning comedy with heart. All bets are off during a family reunion when estranged brothers Mark (Steve Zissis) and Jeremy (Mark Kelly) secretly resurrect a decades-old quest to be the best. Determined to complete 25 outrageous events in order to crown a true champion, the exhausted pair find themselves leg wrestling, ping-ponging, and laser tagging to the finish line...while learning a few life lessons along the way. Written and directed by the comically competitive Duplass Brothers (Cyrus), The Do-Deca-Pentathlon brings home the gold - and the laughs!
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By ReCynd
Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase
Two brothers, each pushing middle age, and each with their own set of baggage, breathe new life into an old and unfinished piece of business at a gathering at Mom's house (the old family home) for a family birthday party. The Do-Deca-Pentathlon is an epic battle of strength and mettle, and is comprised of a series of 25 quasi-sports events (ping-pong, skeeball, arm-wrestling, air hockey, breath-holding, push-ups, laser tag, go-kart racing, etc.). The game ends after 13 of the 25 games are won, and the prize is the the coveted "Best Brother" title. And so it goes.
I loved this independent film: it was not unnecessarily complicated (a breath of fresh air), the characters and the situations were wholly relatable, and for the most part, everybody was nice to each other, even when they didn't want to be. At just over an hour long, the story never lagged. I am very happy I took a chance on this quirky film I'd never heard of...and so will you, I'd wager.
I loved this independent film: it was not unnecessarily complicated (a breath of fresh air), the characters and the situations were wholly relatable, and for the most part, everybody was nice to each other, even when they didn't want to be. At just over an hour long, the story never lagged. I am very happy I took a chance on this quirky film I'd never heard of...and so will you, I'd wager.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By yo
Format:Amazon Instant Video|Amazon Verified Purchase
The acting was great and the editing was fantastic. it's a story about sibling rivalry and life expectation gone wrong. sometimes the only way to tell someone you love them is to have a not so friendly competition to find out who is the best at life.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is a very entertaining film which I enjoyed thoroughly. It is smart in an unobtrusive way and funny, too. But mostly, The Do-Deca-Pentathlon is a poignant drama which explores the estrangement of filial love gone terribly wrong. The immediate theme which is developed with great humor and insight is competition and who's better. The struggle (which takes place over 25 grueling tests of physical exertion) is one of honor as much as of prowess. The mystery of what's ultimately at stake propels the narrative forward. The Do-Deca-Pentathlon is a very male film. The woman characters are depicted as wretched and helpless in the face of hormone-driven adolescence run amok in middle aged men. This is a deftly constructed film from the Duplass brothers whose always interesting work seems to be maturing quickly.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Lower Key Drama
One of the tricks to writing a drama script is saying things a bit larger than life but still making them seem conversational. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Eric Sanberg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fabulously Funny and Endearing Family Film
Seriously Funny and Sensitive! Co-Stars Mark Kelly (Jeremy) and Steve Zissis (Mark) rock this film about two brothers estranged for years because of an unfinished competition... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ann S Kelly
1.0 out of 5 stars
Horrible
Horrible, horrible movie. Total waste of time and money. Whatched for about 20 minutes, could not take it any more.
Published 5 months ago by mayra adkins
3.0 out of 5 stars
Silly with humorous moments
Not enough humorous moments. Typical try-to-hard to be funny but falls flat. But that's just me. A 15 year old may get more out of it.
Published 5 months ago by Hiram Davis
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not a very good movie.
Not a very good movie. Low production values. No real character development. Very predictable once the basic plot is set. Just not that good.
Published 5 months ago by Timothy A
1.0 out of 5 stars
Boring
Could have been better. Movie just boring and characters were awful I would not watch this again.Sorry to those who enjoyed.
Published 5 months ago by Andres
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not Funny
I did not like this movie. It just wasn't funny enough and boring at times. Maybe I didn't get the humor.
Published 5 months ago by suzanna
1.0 out of 5 stars
this movie was AWFUL
ugh...total waste of money. I can't believe I really wasted $4 on a movie I watched for 30 minutes and then turned it off.
Published 6 months ago by wegneraa
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Do-Deca-Pentathlon
Movie: Funny, Awesome new contests you can do against family, and of course the heart felt moment. 4.5 out of 5. Read more
Published 7 months ago by BIGGGGG BROTHER
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Fun Movie!
Talk about sibling rivalry to the max! This was a funny movie that lets you see that sibling rivalry does not always fade with time and age. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Dad of Divas
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