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This spunky comedy is set in NYC, the cast is filled with eye candy, it's smart and very funny. Taking much inspiration from Woody Allen, even including him in a dream sequence, the film is about the creative process, screen writing and the power of friendship. The film appears to be an autobiographical piece by writer/director Christopher Livingston and his writing partner Jaffe Cohen (of the "Funny Gay Males" - a stand-up comedy act that also includes Bob Smith). The co-writing scenes feel real, in fact the whole screenplay feels like it really happened.

Alex Andero (Parducci) washes dishes and waits tables in his family restaurant but he is driven to be a Hollywood screenwriter. He takes classes in screen writing and even has a concept he is working on entitled Hit and Runway. He actually sells his concept to a mover and shaker who has a particular action star in mind. But there is one problem with this scenario, they want comedy and Alex isn't a very funny guy. In walks Elliot Springer (Jacobson) a comedy writer who specializes in "schtick" - Jewish self-deprecating humor. They decide to collaborate on this first effort, but not until Alex helps Elliot wangle a date with the adorable Joey (Smith), a waiter at Alex's restaurant. It turns out that Joey is obsessed with Jewish men and a steamy romance ensues. There's some sweet kissing and plenty of scenes of Kerr Smith (who plays gay on "Dawson's Creek" as well).

Made on a low-budget with plenty of style, great locations and NYC atmosphere to spare, Hit and Runway is a smart and wonderful gay comedy.

"Livingston and Cohen have much affection for their characters, and "Hit and Runway" has a warm glow, apt settings and a brisk pace. It leaves one feeling that its happy ending, not at all predictable but with a touch of the wishful thinking that comedy permits, has been well-earned."
Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times

 -- Scott Cranin

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