Certain Things

About This Movie

So, there's this quirky little film from '92 called Certain Things. It's pretty offbeat, revolving around two clerks in a somewhat mundane setting, yet the interplay of mundane items like fake knives and Coca Cola adds this layer of absurdity. The pacing is almost frenetic at times but keeps you engaged, with the tonal shifts from comedy to a darker edge being quite intriguing. What stands out for me are the practical effects; they really play into the absurdity of the props used. The performances are understated but effective, capturing that strange dynamic between the characters. It’s a unique slice of early '90s indie that doesn't follow the usual paths, carving its own niche in a way that's both charming and bizarre.

Certain Things has remained relatively obscure, likely due to its low-budget origins and the director's anonymity. It was released in a few small indie circuits, making physical copies quite rare. Collectors tend to appreciate its oddball nature and the way it encapsulates a specific era of independent filmmaking, so if you find a tape or a disc, it might pique interest among those who enjoy the unconventional.