My Brother's Shoes

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  • NR
  • 2017
  • 1 hr 27 min
  • 4.9  (161)

My Brother's Shoes is a heartwarming comedy-drama that explores the concept of brotherly love and transmigration of souls. The movie begins with two siblings, Mickey (Pete Stringfellow) and Tony (Jacob Ellis), who have grown up as polar opposites. Mickey is an outgoing ladies' man and musician, while Tony is a shy, introverted, and religious shoe salesman. However, after a strange incident, their lives would take an unexpected turn.

One day, while driving to a family wedding, Mickey and Tony get into a car accident. This accident results in Tony being in a coma, while Mickey ends up dead. However, in a twist of fate, Mickey's soul ends up inhabiting Tony's body, while Tony's soul has yet to return to his own body.

Mickey, now in Tony's body, must navigate the world as his brother, learning about his life, relationships, and struggles. At first, he is overwhelmed by the sudden change and finds it hard to fit in, given that he now has a stutter and is largely unfamiliar with Tony's world. However, as he begins to adjust, he realizes that his brother's life is not as perfect as he once thought. Tony has always been the dependable one in the family, taking care of everyone's needs and sacrificing his own desires. He has also been struggling with his faith and has been going through a rough patch in his marriage.

As Mickey begins to unravel the complexities of his brother's life, he tries to step in and fix things. He helps Tony's wife, Jenny (Moriah Domby), rediscover her passion for art, and even helps revive the romance between Tony and Jenny. He also bonds with their daughter, Sophia (Kyleigh Bakker), who helps him understand the importance of family.

Throughout the movie, Mickey's presence in Tony's body causes a series of humorous situations – especially when he tries to navigate Tony's workplace as a shoe salesman. However, these moments of comedy are balanced out by poignant moments that are emotional and thought-provoking.

The performances of the lead actors, Pete Stringfellow and Jacob Ellis, are impressive. Stringfellow navigates the complexities of playing a character that is not only coming to grips with a new body but also trying to understand the complex emotions of his brother's life. He balances the heavy dramatic moments with a much-needed dose of humor. On the other hand, Ellis brings nuance to his portrayal of the timid and introverted Tony, giving us a glimpse into the character's life before the accident.

The film's direction by Adam Reeves is commendable. He balances out the humor and emotional moments perfectly, ensuring that the audience is captivated throughout the movie's runtime. The movie's cinematography, music, and art direction are also noteworthy, adding texture to the film's overall look and feel.

Overall, My Brother's Shoes is a feel-good movie with a powerful underlying message about the importance of love, family, and understanding. In its own way, the film explores the concept of transmigration of souls and how our lives are intertwined with those around us. The movie never feels forced or preachy, and the performances and direction are top-notch. If you're looking for a movie that will make you laugh, cry, and leave you with a sense of warmth and optimism, My Brother's Shoes is definitely the movie for you.

My Brother's Shoes is a 2017 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 27 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.9.

My Brother's Shoes
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My Brother's Shoes is available to watch free on Kanopy. It's also available to stream, download and buy on demand at FuboTV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube VOD and Fandango at Home. Some platforms allow you to rent My Brother's Shoes for a limited time or purchase the movie and download it to your device.
  • Release Date
    2017
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 27 min
  • IMDB Rating
    4.9  (161)