Introducing Jodea
| Introducing Jodea | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Jon Cohen |
| Written by | Chloe Traicos |
| Starring | Chloe Traicos Jeff Coppage Yadira Pascault Orozco Miles Faber |
| Distributed by | Gravitas Ventures |
Release date | 2021 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
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Introducing Jodea is a 2021 American independent comedy film written by and starring Chloe Traicos and directed by Jon Cohen. The film follows an aspiring actress whose life changes after an encounter with a film director, leading to an opportunity in the film industry.
Plot
Jodea Maxwell is an aspiring actress attempting to establish a career in the film industry. After being dismissed from a production by director Zac Kawalsky, she experiences personal and financial setbacks.
Following an unsuccessful attempt to obtain representation at a talent agency, Jodea is involved in a minor car accident with Zac. He compensates her for the damage, and they later meet again during a casting-related dispute at the same agency.
Jodea requests an opportunity to audition for Zac’s upcoming film. Although her initial audition is unsuccessful, producer Grant Goldberg proposes a wager that Zac can develop her into a capable performer within a limited timeframe. Zac agrees and begins coaching her.
As Zac works with Jodea, she gradually improves as an actress and the two develop a personal connection. Tensions arise when Zac distances himself during the film’s premiere. Jodea later chooses to continue her career independently.
Zac later attempts to reconcile after publicly acknowledging her work, and the two eventually reunite.
Cast
- Chloe Traicos as Jodea Maxwell
- Jeff Coppage as Zac Kawalsky
- Yadira Pascault Orozco as Isabella Andres
- Miles Faber as Greg
- Ryan Pratton as Harold
- Kent Hatch as Grant Goldberg
- Kayd Currier as Ethan Burns
Release
Introducing Jodea received a limited theatrical release in 2021 at Laemmle Theatres before becoming available on digital platforms.[1]
The film was later distributed digitally by Gravitas Ventures.[2]
Reception
The film has received coverage in several independent film reviews and entertainment publications.
Brian Orndorf of Film Threat reviewed the film, discussing its performances and comedic structure.[3]
Markos Papadatos of Digital Journal described the film as "clever, witty and entertaining".[4]
Midwest Film Journal published a review discussing the film’s themes and execution.[5]
Additional coverage has appeared in smaller entertainment outlets including Moviehole, Nerds That Geek, Critical Blast, and HorrorNews.net.[6] [7] [8] [9]
References
- ↑ "Introducing Jodea". Laemmle Theatres.
- ↑ "Introducing Jodea (2021)". Gravitas Ventures.
- ↑ "Introducing Jodea Review". Film Threat.
- ↑ Papadatos, Markos (May 31, 2021). "'Introducing Jodea,' starring Chloe Traicos, is a clever and witty comedy film".
- ↑ "Introducing Jodea (2021 Review)". Midwest Film Journal.
- ↑ "Capsule Reviews". Moviehole.
- ↑ "Movie Review: Introducing Jodea". Nerds That Geek.
- ↑ "Introducing Jodea Review". Critical Blast.
- ↑ "Interview: Chloe Traicos – Introducing Jodea". HorrorNews.net.
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