Yankee Rose

About This Movie

So, 'Yankee Rose' is one of those flicks that really tries to be a comedy but just doesn't land any punches. The screenplay by Cash Markman is pretty inept, and it does show. It's almost like they had a budget of a quarter and decided to style it as an adventure film. Steven St. Croix seems a bit out of his element here, giving a performance that's more forgettable than anything else. The tone is all over the place, with pacing that feels dragged out—definitely doesn't flow like you’d expect from a comedy. And it's not just the writing; the direction from Scotty Fox doesn't really do anything to elevate it either. It’s a curiosity for sure, but you might find yourself scratching your head more than laughing.

'Yankee Rose' is a bit of an oddity in the realm of low-budget comedies from the early '90s. It's not commonly found in collections, making it somewhat scarce, and I’ve only seen a handful of copies floating around—mostly on VHS. That said, its unusual charm lies in its complete failure to hit the comedic mark, which does pique some interest among collectors who enjoy the bizarre side of cinema. The overall atmosphere is more of a curiosity than anything else, but it's a testament to the era's adventurous spirit in filmmaking.