Free Samples 2013
“Ever have one of those years?”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 80 minutes
- Director
- Jay Gammill
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is Free Samples?
Free Samples is a 2013 comedy film directed by Jay Gammill that runs for one hour and twenty minutes. The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 20, 2012, before being released in the United States on video on demand on May 21, 2013, and in select theaters on May 31, 2013.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 80 minutes
- Release date
- May 31, 2013
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10 from 43 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~80 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Free Samples is a 2013 comedy film directed by Jay Gammill that runs for one hour and twenty minutes. The film had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 20, 2012, before being released in the United States on video on demand on May 21, 2013, and in select theaters on May 31, 2013. The cast features Jess Weixler, Jesse Eisenberg, Halley Feiffer, and Jason Ritter. The story follows a Stanford law-school dropout named Jillian who escapes to the anonymity of Los Angeles to figure out what she wants to do with her life. On the day of her college boyfriend's birthday, after waking up with a hangover and being pressured by a friend, she finds herself stuck running an ice cream truck in Los Angeles, giving out free samples and fending off locals and oddball friends alike. This single day spent in the truck helps wake Jillian from her aimless daze, showing her that life does not stop simply because she wants it to.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Where can I stream or watch Free Samples online?
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Is Free Samples worth watching?
Free Samples holds a community rating of 5.6/10 based on 43 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Free Samples and when was it released?
Free Samples is a feature film with a runtime of 80 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.
Who directed Free Samples?
Free Samples was directed by Jay Gammill.
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