Director: Kevin Seedorf
Writer: Kevin Seedorf
Production Company: Sabertooth Mouse Productions
Release Date: August 4, 2024 (United States)
Language: English
Genre: Comedy
Storyline
In “Love vs. The Red Pill,” a couple challenges each other in a lighthearted game to see who can set up their cousin—who is terminally ill—the fastest. However, their friendly wager takes an unexpected turn as their own relationship begins to experience turbulence. Faced with the growing strain in their partnership, they must navigate whether their personal struggles should take precedence over helping their cousin find love.
Reviews
IMDb: With a score of roughly 6.3, the movie has elicited conflicting reactions from viewers. Though some believe the plot is shallow, critics praise the movie for its humor and carefree attitude.
Rotten Tomatoes: Reviews range widely; some praise the leads’ chemistry and the humorous aspects, while others criticize the characters’ lack of development and the somewhat predictable plot.
With a score of 62 on Metacritic, the film has received mixed to average reviews. While praising the film’s humorous moments, critics have pointed out that it falls short of providing a more compelling story.
Characters
Warren Levi Haney as Paul Streets
Stephanie Garofalo as Misty Copeland
Benjamin Barlow as John Cleveland
Melissa McGrath as Jessica Alweek
Hanna Speer as Kelly Keys
Jake Alexander Williams as Stan
Earl Mays III as Richard
Brandon Moss as Mark
Emily Stacey as Stacey
Sirena Alvarez as Sandi
Tara Segda as Samantha
Indiana Robbins as Austin
John Andrew Crawford as Bad Date
Terry Stokes as Misty’s Father
Julie Ann Gordon as Misty’s Mother
Joshwa S Copeland as Unoriginal Guy
Ashley Bonnin as Extra
Summer Eisenman as Extra