THE BIG SHOT – CALLER

Directed By Marlene Rhein

Review By Kim Jindra

THE BIG SHOT - CALLER is the story of Jamie, a visually disabled man who wants a normal family life but suffers from the loneliness of growing up in a dysfunctional family.

A relationship with a girl and a chance to reconnect with his sister breaks through the self protecting wall Jamie has built around himself.  Unfortunately, the girl also breaks his heart.  He is saved from a complete downhill spiral by his sister, LeighAnn.

She reminds him of his previous fascination with salsa and encourages him to put himself out there, to represent.  She also hammers home her motto than love comes from one's self.  At first, Jamie resists and when he relents and takes a class he is asked to leave.  Fortunately, Jamie does not give up.  He begins practicing at home and returns to a different class.  A female teacher recognizes his desire and slowly takes him under wing which in turn builds his confidence.

This is not a great film but I felt like Jamie grew as a person through out the film which made it easy to root for him.  I liked all the characters and thought the relationships worked.  Some of the dance sequences were familiar but acceptable.

The conclusion is satisfyingly predictable.