Review of Pocket Listing (2016) by Moviefollower12 — 12 Dec 2016

Thoroughly entertaining and zingy expose on L.A. real estate at its most cutthroat, this enjoyable little genre cocktail will undoubtedly remind most of a grander, more cinematic version of the popular "Million Dollar Listing" TV show.

What's interesting is the film's approach not just to its all too relevant subject matter but also to its film noirish tone. Rather than go for the usual hard-boiled approach, the film is very satirical, sardonic, and only occasionally resorts to heavier shades.

Another surprise is that although both Lowe and Reynolds are perfectly engaging in their supporting roles (wish Reynolds had more time, but it's just good time see him never the less), ingenues Jurdi and Clark are really the ones to watch for here.

Fourth-wall breaking Jurdi proves both charismatic and capable as the disgraced central broker in over his head and on his way to salvation (both spiritual and professional), and Clark is overwhelmingly sultry and saucy, a truly old school femme fetale.

The plot takes a bit to get going and is a tad slow to set up. Felt like we could have gotten to the Malibu villa faster, but once we're there, "Pocket Listing" becomes a wildly fun ride.