Product Details

• Actors: Hiram Martinez
• Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rating: R (Restricted)
• Studio: Rhino Theatrical
• DVD Release Date: November 22, 2005
• Run Time: 96 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000BNI92M
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #135,192 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

Four Dead Batteries is a romantic comedy from a guy point of view, set against the background of the improv comedy world. The product of the creativity of Hiram Martinez, a 26-year-old immigrant from the Dominican Republic, Four Dead Batteries is a true independent, anti-Hollywood film, a high-level piece of filmmaking produced on shockingly tiny budget by first-time filmmakers.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable movie, amazing soundtrack!, January 26, 2006

By	lori kaye (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews

If you enjoyed 'Sideways' or got a thrill out of the intimate details shared between friends on 'Sex in the City' then you will totally enjoy this quirky amusing movie that shows it all from the guys point of view. Guys and gals alike will share plenty of laughs throughout this flick - some of the one liners are definitely keepers ("was he a lefty?"). The movie deftly illustrates the vulnerability we all subject ourselves to in intimate relationships, even if it's not always apparent to the outside world. I found it somewhat of a relief and wildy funny that men can be nearly as neurotic as women when it comes to the opposite sex. It's a definite must-see if you appreciate small independent films. The award list is pretty amazing.

If the movie doesn't do it for you, the soundtrack definitely should. It is completely incredible; Hot Club of Cowtown and Whit Smith's Hot Jazz Caravan are comprised of excellent, highly skilled musicians, performing nearly-forgotten styles and formats, the likes of which we don't see much of anymore. Both are reminiscent of the early days of swing. If you want a sense of it, think of Django Reinhardt and Bob Wills. Or better yet, just go buy the CD.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Boys will be boys, October 24, 2005

By	Rae K. (Connecticut, USA) - See all my reviews

I give this only 3 stars because it's budget showed a little (like "Clerks"), which is a big thing with me. But never mind. Where this one really shines is in its understanding of men, how they talk about sex and how their hearts too can be broken. Something a lot of "romantic comedies" forget -- though I wouldn't entirely call this a romantic comedy, as its hardly romantic.

If you're in the mood for a good laugh, as well as great dialogue and acting from people you've never heard of (but will), and, oh, yes, a nice soundtrack, give this one a try.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Four Dead Batteries? They seem fully alive to me!, October 24, 2005

By	Evil Adam "Rene Rosa" (Jersey City, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

For a movie called "Four Dead Batteries" could you really expect so much laughter and lively emotion to come from it? Well you better. First of all, this is a film that is begging to be watched. Are you tired of the hollywood crop of romantic comedies? I am. Are you tired of most indie romantic comedies? Even more so.

How do you make one that doesn't step over every possible cliché of both sides of the genre? You make one that actually makes sense of nonsense. This movie, beyond being hilarious, gives the great look at every possible angle of a failing or thriving relationship from the point of views of 4 different men, and the women that torture them... in a loving way of course. Even though this film is written and directed by a man, don't think that this is a film that blatantly bashes women and gives every favor to just the male side. This has all bases covered, and does it in a very original and hilarious way. Hilarious wordy conversation? Yes, but not like Kevin Smith. There is no Star Wars reference in this movie. Uncomfortable situations that you just want the characters to be able to leave unscathed? Yes, but don't look for Ben Stiller to set a house on fire or kill a dog by mistake. This looks at the line of familiar territory expected of it and just jumps right over it.

The characters are fleshed out, the acting is solid, and the film is treated with respect and candor that is unexpected of something filmed with the usage of DV cameras. Oh yeah, and it is hilarious, albeit in many witty and perverse ways. Yeah, it has a sick sense of humor to it, just like the creators apparently.

This movie is a testament to everything that homegrown film making should be, and rarely can ever attest to. Congrads, Hiram Martinez. You and your crew have crafted one hell of a winning film here, and my stomach hurts from laughing. You will get my doctor's bill.

Is there a flaw with this film? Yes, there is just one. It made me feel worse about relationships by showing the truth... gee thanks for the dark outlook! =)