#LUCKY NUMBER

Cinemavixion Review

Brendan Gabriel Murphy's 2015 film, '#Lucky Number,' offers a premise ripe for comedic and dramatic exploration. Starring Tom Pelphrey, Natalie Hall, and Method Man, the movie delves into the life of a young man whose fortunes take a dramatic turn after he acquires the cell number of a famous basketball player. What begins as a seemingly innocent opportunism, leveraging the number for access to exclusive parties and a taste of the high life, soon spirals into a complex situation when the idol discovers the imposter. The film, which runs approximately 80 minutes, is described as a comedy with elements of a true story, though specific details on its reception and awards are scarce. Pelphrey's performance anchors the narrative as he navigates the exhilarating highs and inevitable lows of living someone else's privileged existence. While the plot might tread familiar territory, the execution aims to capture the allure and peril of borrowed fame, making it a watchable, albeit modest, entry in the genre.