Play the Film 2013
Alec Toller's riotous 2013 comedy *Play the Film* turns a theatrical disaster into sheer gold as opening night spirals into controlled chaos on stage.
Director: Alec Toller
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Play the Film (2013) about?
The movie follows a group of actors whose opening night performance devolves into chaos when the script falls apart. Facing an unruly audience and mounting tension backstage, the cast must improvise their way through a disaster, turning every mistake into a new level of absurdity.
Who directed Play the Film?
Alec Toller directed the film, infusing the comedy with a sharp sense of timing and a keen eye for the chaos behind the curtain.
Who stars in Play the Film?
The ensemble includes Roger Bainbridge, Conor Bradbur, Kristian Bruun, Gwenlyn Cumyn, and Caitlin Driscoll, with Peter Higginson rounding out the cast.
Is Play the Film (2013) worth watching?
As a tight 79-minute comedy, *Play the Film* delivers laughs from start to finish, especially if you enjoy behind-the-scenes farces. Its blend of improvisation and theatrical disaster makes it a fun pick for fans of lighthearted, character-driven humor.
How long is Play the Film?
The movie runs for 79 minutes.
About Play the Film (2013) — A Backstage Comedy of Errors You Won't Want to Miss
Alec Toller's riotous 2013 comedy *Play the Film* turns a theatrical disaster into sheer gold as opening night spirals into controlled chaos on stage. When a brand-new play's carefully rehearsed script collapses under clashing personalities, the actors are forced to wing it—with disastrous, uproarious results. Cue egos clashing, friendships strained, and a cascade of hilariously awkward misunderstandings that somehow transform an accidental performance into the most talked-about—and offensive—premiere in local theater history.
Toller, known for his sharp eye for comedic timing, orchestrates a behind-the-scenes farce where every improvisation backfires in the best possible way. Roger Bainbridge leads the ensemble, supported by rising talents like Conor Bradbur and Kristian Bruun, whose real-life chemistry fuels the onstage disaster-turned-spectacle. Set against the backdrop of a cramped theater, the film captures the tension, panic, and unexpected brilliance of live art gone rogue—where the show must go on, no matter how badly it's going off the rails.