Film Review – Brian and Charles

“Brian and Charles” was initially introduced to movie fans in 2017, with director Jim Archer and screenwriters David Earl and Chris Hayward creating a short film about a lonely Welsh man who constructs a robot out of household items to become his companion, though the relationship quickly transforms into something more parental. There was potential to develop the production, and now there’s a feature-length endeavor from the trio, who work to give “Brian and Charles” a fresh start on the big screen. It’s an oddball concept, but well cared for in the hands of Earl and Hayward, who also star as the eponymous duo, bringing a special life to the effort, which is sold as something goofy in the first act, only to reveal an unexpected sweetness, along with a terrific sense of humor. Archer pumps the picture full of charm and maintains timing, making it a rare success when translating a small idea into something bigger, without losing its inherent appeal. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com