Ebony & Ivory Review – A Surreal Independent Film That's Far From the Classic Duo
The work of the filmmaker, famous as his wacky understated offbeat humor, this feature delivers a bizarre comedic tale that feels like an extended sketch by an acclaimed pair of performers. Viewers might find themselves smiling with a feeling of surrender, unable to process the repetitive and absurd dialogue between its pair of performers.
The Story
Taking place in a Scottish peninsula during that era, the story presents a pop star called Paul who sports a mock northern English tone. He greets a guest who rows a small boat over rough seas. Enter a blind iconic performer referred to as Stevie, but curiously manages to see and mimic Paul’s quirkiest habit: a playful approval sign.
This pair are acted by a regular collaborator alongside Gil Gex, among Hosking’s go-to actors.
Odd Adventures
Over tea, a strong spirit, and a “doobie-woobie”, the conversations play out as if outsiders encountering each other on unfamiliar ground. They move between wariness and hostility, before finding a grudging rapport. This relationship survives through shared activities such as braving the waters cold ocean, outfitting like farm animals and making animal sounds, plus additional unusual endeavors.
A Musical Inspiration?
Can this odd meeting really inspire the situation that produce two great musicians to write what would become the ultimate celebrated pro-harmony pop songs in history? Maybe. Yet at no point are viewers shown really delve into the music, experiment with tunes, or write words – presumably owing to rights issues. Still, it offers comedy when the character multiple times shouts those words using his Stateside tone. Pure nonsense is an uncommon treat.
