This Is Not a Film (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2003, This Is Not a Film is a comedy and romance film directed by Michael A. Nickles, running about 88 minutes. “This is not an actor. This is not a scene.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. New Yorker Michael Connor attempts to find the woman who left him by making a film about her, hoping that someone (maybe you?) will recognize his ex and convince her to get back together with him.
Who’s in it. This Is Not a Film stars Michael Leydon Campbell as Michael Connor, Nadia Dajani as Nadia / Grace / Patty, Craig Carlisle as George Connor and Jack Kehler as The Puzzler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, This Is Not a Film has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch This Is Not a Film page.
If you liked it. Fans of This Is Not a Film tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch This Is Not a Film (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for This Is Not a Film change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is This Is Not a Film worth watching?
- This Is Not a Film holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in This Is Not a Film?
- This Is Not a Film stars Michael Leydon Campbell, Nadia Dajani, Craig Carlisle, Jack Kehler and Callie Thorne.
- When was This Is Not a Film released?
- This Is Not a Film was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.