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Quarter Bin is a 2015 independent comedy-drama film directed by Roger Priebe and produced by Gary Saperstein. The movie stars Ben Benzino, Jason Botsford, Jennifer James Davies, and Kimmy Robertson. It tells the story of a group of people who come together in a comic book store to share their life experiences. The movie revolves around a discount comic book bin in a local comic book store. The bin is filled with old and obscure comics that nobody really wants, but that doesn't mean they don't have value. In Quarter Bin, the stories of the comic books in the bin intertwine with the stories of the people who come to the store to look through them.

The movie starts with a young couple, Sam (Botsford) and Emily (Davies), who are at odds with each other. Sam is a nerd who loves comic books, while Emily is a journalist who thinks they're a waste of time. They stumble upon the comic book store, and Sam convinces Emily to look through the bin with him. As they flip through the pages, they discover the stories of the comics and start to relate to them in different ways.

The other characters in the movie include a smitten divorcee named Roger (Benzino), a veterinarian called Becky (Robertson), and several other regulars at the comic book store. As they each look through the bin, they find a comic book that speaks to them and their current life situation. Some of the stories deal with issues such as divorce, loneliness, and letting go of the past.

The movie is shot in a light-hearted and comedic style, with a quirky indie feel. The cinematography is simple but effective, and the soundtrack features catchy indie-pop songs that give the movie a fun feel. The acting is surprisingly good, considering the low budget of the film. Benzino, Botsford, and Davies all deliver strong performances and bring nuance to their characters.

One of the strong points of the movie is the way it deals with timely issues of diversity and representation in the comic book industry. The store manager, played by David Swann, is a vocal advocate for diversity in comics and invites a black comic book artist to sign his books at the store. The movie also features several gay characters, including a couple who find a comic book that speaks to their struggles with their identity.

In a world where superhero movies are dominating the box office, Quarter Bin offers a refreshing alternative. It reminds us that comic books are about more than just flashy costumes and superpowers, they are about telling stories that resonate with readers from different backgrounds and experiences.

Overall, Quarter Bin is a heartwarming and funny movie that uses comic books as a backdrop to tell relatable and touching stories about human connection. It may not have the budget of a big Hollywood production, but it is a movie that will speak to anyone who has ever found solace in the pages of a comic book.

Quarter Bin is a 2017 romance movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 14 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.6.