About Me

The Story:
Dan thinks he loves Lisa, but right now he can't stand her. Lisa thinks she loves Dan but can't stand herself. Take a couple with a troubled past, including an ugly break-up, and throw in a strange attempt at reconciliation. Ask each where they think things went wrong and you have one very real, very funny account of a relationship in flux. Meet Dan and Lisa, they're an unmarried couple.
The Butler Brothers:
This is the third feature for Toronto filmmakers Brett and Jason Butler following their debut cult hit Alive and Lubricated and their critically acclaimed follow up, Bums.
"Look for these guys to further cement their presence in the indie world, and then begin bombing the hell out of it." Larry L. Peel, ION Cinema
"The Butler Brothers have a sense of exactly what they want to accomplish and they do it with the confidence and finesse of true indies." Dan Stasiewski, The Film Chair
"I see great things coming from these guys. I personally can't wait to see more from them." Josh Samford, Rogue Cinema
"I'm going to be looking forward to see how the Butler Brothers do in the future." Jim Magovern, Talking Moviezzz
"No one can deny they're on their way to stardom." Paul Stathakis, Paulzeye

My Interests

Movies:

THE BUZZ

"A searing and hysterical foray through the functions of a dysfunctional couple ... blending a unique twist on breaking up into a mash of self-discovery and self- absorbency."
Larry L. Peel, ION Cinema
"The Butlers have woven together an ingenious and raw look at the pains and insecurities of relationships...some gut-busting moments."
Ryan Miller, Movies at Midnight
"The strongest film to date from two of the strongest voices in indie film."
Dan Stasiewski, The Film Chair
"A happy hybrid of High Fidelity meets The Office...hilarious and authentic...a must see film."
Tara Lynn, Film Fanatix
"One hell of an offbeat comedy ... with flashes of Wes Anderson, Woody Allen and even Richard Linklater."
Josh Samford, Rogue Cinema
"This is one of those great movies you hope people get to see."
Mike Eitel, The Reviewer
"A fun and hilarious dark comedy that Kevin Smith and Richard Linklater fans will have geek-gasms over...see this movie as soon as you possibly can."
Tony DeFrancisco, Film Arcade
"This is a funny and intelligent look at the dysfunctional relationship between two real people, no sugar coating, no bullshit and lots of laughs...truly great art."
Simon Hill, Celluloid Dreams
"Sharply edged humor and raw honesty that puts the screws to idealized love."
Dennis Schwartz, Ozu's World Movie Reviews
"A raw and gritty look at relationships. And very funny too. The Butler Brothers best film yet."
Jim Magovern, Talking Moviezzz
"Equal parts Woody Allen and the Hanson Brothers ... an impressive follow-up that deserves to be seen by a wide audience."
Paul Corupe, Canuxploitation
"Fantastic ... I thoroughly enjoyed this film."
Matthew Orlando, DVD Snapshot
"One hell of an enjoyable 73 minutes."
Lucas McNelly, 100 Films
"An engaging relationship drama combined with a risque sexual comedy, sprinkled with deeply profound observations about sex and dating."
Lisa Ciurro, Tampa Film Fan
"A film that is true to life, funny, touching, and equally abstract."
Paul Stathakis, Paulzeye
"Superb writing."
Chris Muntel, Hollywood is Talking
"There were several points when I laughed out loud for minutes."
Joshua Minton, Boys Wear Pants
"It's full of crackling, funny dialogue and insightful observations about people and relationships."
Patrick Meaney, Thoughts on Stuff
"God bless the Butler Brothers"
Eric Strattman, Camera Stilo

Heroes:

My Blog

CONFUSIONS in at the Miami Underground Film Fest!

We got some great news a couple days ago, as we've been accepted to screen at the Miami Underground Film Festival at the venerable Cinematheque in the heart of Miami. We're looking forward to cruising...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:36:00 PST

Hardcore FILM ARCADE Review

"Your new obsession will be the Butler Brothers and your new favorite movie will be this." Need we say more? Thanks Tony and be sure to check out the full review at Film Arcade!...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Fri, 23 Nov 2007 10:25:00 PST

Early acceptance to the Mid-Valley Video Festival

We got some great New Year's day news last night as Confusions has been accepted to screen in Salem, Oregon at the Mid-Valley Video Festival. The Festival Director personally contacted us to let us kn...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Wed, 02 Jan 2008 12:49:00 PST

Another "Fresh Tomato"

We've been waiting on this review for a couple months...ever since Bill Clark of From The Balcony first contacted us to let us know that he "really dug" the movie. At long last, just in time for Chris...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Wed, 02 Jan 2008 12:38:00 PST

Geeks of Doom/Movies at Midnight Review - AWESOME!

We've said it before and we'll say it again; there is nothing more gratifying than hearing from someone about our movie(s) when they just "get it" - and it's even better when they're a critic! Ryan of...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Wed, 02 Jan 2008 12:27:00 PST

CONFUSIONS Wins 2 Awards!!

In the better late than never category, we just found out that Confusions won for Best Feature Comedy and Best Actor at the Wreck-Beach International Film Festival, which we attended, in early August....
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:11:00 PST

New SubProd Website is Up!

Just letting everyone know the new Substance Production website is up at www.subprod.com where you can buy our "Break-Up" Trilogy, including the Festival Edition version of Confusions, for less than $...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:29:00 PST

Awesome Review from FILMFANATIX!

Check out this very kickass and insightful review from Tara at FilmFanatix - we love when someone just gets it, and after reading this well written review there is no doubt she does!...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Sun, 11 Nov 2007 10:10:00 PST

"The Reviewer" a near-death fan of CONFUSIONS

Check out this short and sweet review from The Reviewer where, in his words, "some parts made me choke I was laughing so hard". Is there a better way to die than laughing? We think not....
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Tue, 18 Sep 2007 11:26:00 PST

UPCOMING SCREENINGS

If you're in any of these cities at any of these times, do yourself a solid and check out the flick! We try to make it to as many screenings as possible so be on the lookout...Oct. 12 Hell's Half Mile...
Posted by CONFUSIONS of an UNMARRIED COUPLE on Mon, 13 Aug 2007 10:17:00 PST