The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green [DVD]

...I thought this movie was cute. I can enjoy my movies as much as straight people can theirs. The Hat Ladies and the actors who play them are great, and based on this movie and Shameless, I want Shanola Hampton to be my hag. Obviously a romantic comedy of any sexuality is going to have its share of stereotypes and stereotyped scenes, but this was fun. And that is what I expect. That is all.

I was so surprised at how good this is. Those who find it silly don’t understand parody. All the actors were great, particularly Daniel Letterle, whose comic timing and delivery was masterful. And Meredith Baxter’s sometimes raunchy dialogue was the cherry on top.

Though I'm not familiar with the comic strip on which this movie is based, I did watch the special feature by its author (Eric Orner) and if he's happy with the transition from pen and ink to live action film, then I'd suggest it was a success. After all... who'd know better than him? The overall story is about Ethan Green, a 26 year-old guy who continually sets himself up to fail in his relationships.I've watched the film twice in the course of a week, because I was really intrigued by the stereotypes exhibited in the movie. Ethan (played quite talentedly by Daniel Letterle) is characterized as a "serial monogamist" though his monagamy might only last a day or two as in the case of his fling with Punch Epstein, played by Dean Shelton. Next, we have the lesbian roomate (strongly delivered by Shanola Hampton) who photoshops her former girlfriend out of all their pictures, replacing her with the picture of their cat! We have a twink teenager, hunky ex-boyfriends (including a recently married baseball player played by Diego Serrano), a Log Cabin Republican and of course, the Hat Sisters (hilariously portrayed by Joel Brooks and Richard Riehle) who are based on real people in Massachusetts.The stereotypes come in many ways, but mostly in the round-robin relationships shown by the gay men in their 20s (or in the case of Punch, almost 20s), but most stereotypes are borne in truth, so it does ring genuine in that respect. What seems more wishful than real is the super-over-supportive mother played by Meredith Baxter. She's an awesome actress, but the character is more gay-friendly than Debbie on Queer as Folk.In listening to the commentary by the Director, Screenwriter and Exec Producer, you learn a lot about how they made this film on such a low budget and with the help of their friends. At one point, the commentators actually wonder if anyone was still listening to their commentary - I was and it was very insightful - worth listening to if you have the time.All in all, a fun film... a good way to spend an hour and a half. A good deal of the cast is straight, which is a testament to their acting ability. Letterle and Serrano specifically do very well in their parts which is not always the case when a straight actor plays gay.

Love this film. The seller shipped out immediately and even though it said 10 days it came in two days. It also said used very good....the case and disc were flawless so it was like getting a brand new DVD for a really low price. Can't recommend the film or the seller more.

I'm on two minds with this movie.First of all, it was never made to be dissected in search for moving themes; it was made to entertain and make you laugh. Has this been accomplished? I say yes!It's just a shame that it's a bit unrealistic at times and some of the acting seem forced.So here lies the dilemma. Should you buy it?I can't honestly say I regret buying it. I say rent it and decide if you're for the steamy kisses and hilarious backstories or the thin plot and substance.Three stars out of five for The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life of Ethan Green

Sometime everybody needs a little bit of fluffy romantic comedy. This is cheesy but a feel good movie. It won't win any Golden Globes but I enjoyed the movie a lot. The hat aunts added a lot counterpoint humor. I have not read the comic strip but the movie makes me want to go out and read the comic strip. Buy this movie and have a good time!

The Mostly Unfabulous Social Life Of Ethan Green is just a hoot. From the minute the film started me and my friends laughed all the way through it! I hardly every find a movie that does that! Production values are great and the situations are hilarious. This is one of the better films I have watched this year! I highly recommend this film if you want an upbeat funny evening!

au début j'ai pas aimer mais après ça ce laisse bien voire

I loved this movie! It was funny, very well acted, the characters were all believable and it was a true representation of gay life. Ethan Green is a handsome young man looking for love and can't seem to find it. A hilarious mish-mash of events leads Ethan right back to his original flame (try and guess who it is throughout the movie) for a 'happily-ever-after' ending.This movie definitely earned a 5 out of 5 for originality, storyline, acting and the use of some fantastic talent!I would recommend this movie to anyone. I've already watched it 5 times!

At best this film is dull, at worst I'm never getting that 2 hours of my life back. Doesnt seem to have any point to it or an interesting story. Only bought it for the hot cast which even that novelty wears off within first 15 minutes. Its a shame as there are parts that could be funny but the whole thing just feels awkward and the budget in production shows through badly.

If you remember that this movie is based on a comic strip then you'll be ok with it. It's meant to be light, and fun, and funny. It succeeds on most points though the humour is sometimes forced and othertimes obvious. Lots of characters that you can like and even crush on a little. The acting in parts is awkward but the story moves swiftly on, little time to get bored. Frothy but fun - worth the purchase price.

The movie is based off a comic strip. It is about Ethan Green and all his ex's (who he has stayed friends with) and that one extra special ex that he now wants back now that he is going off the market.