Meet Mr. Penny

About This Movie

So, 'Meet Mr. Penny' is this quirky little film that dives into the murky waters of suburban politics. The story revolves around this store magnate who's got his eyes set on a local allotment site for a new warehouse, which sets off a whole chain of events in the community. It's got this very distinct tone—part satire, part drama—and the pacing really keeps you engaged with its ebb and flow of tension as residents band together. Performances definitely have a raw, unrefined quality that adds to the film’s charm. Not a lot of practical effects here, but the atmosphere is thick with that authentic suburban feel, making the stakes feel very real. There’s something that lingers about it.

This film seems to have slipped under the radar of most collectors, with only a few copies circulating in VHS format, making it a bit of a rarity. I've seen a handful of bootlegs, but original releases are quite hard to come by. The interest in it seems to be growing, especially from those drawn to indie films of its era, though it still hasn't reached cult status yet.