“Shoulder Dance” is a new romantic comedy film starring Matt Dallas (“Kyle XY”) and Rick Cosnett (“The Flash”). It was written and directed by Jay Arnold.
The synopsis is: Two couples, one straight and one gay. One wild weekend, and a whole lot of baggage.
The slippery lines between friends, lovers, and partners threaten to trip up two couples over a wild weekend of seductive games, all-out indulgence, and unraveling revelations in this funny summertime romance.
“Shoulder Dance” explores the complicated nature of friendships, love, and desire as two best friends Ira (Matt Dallas) and Roger (Rick Cosnett) reunite after 24 years.
Dallas and Cosnett are joined by Taylor Frey and Maggie Geha as Josh and Lilly respectively, in all their characters’ shifting combinations.
The movie becomes an enchanting and interesting exploration of the gaps between their unexplored fantasies and what is really going on in our hearts.
Filmmaker Jay Arnold showcases the dynamics of what happens when long-suppressed emotions resurface, and when the delicate balance of relationships is put to the test.
Samuel Larsen (“Glee”) also plays Shawn, Josh’s charmingly meddlesome friend, and Blake Cooper Griffin also makes a cameo as Tony.
The Verdict
Overall, “Shoulder Dance” is an entertaining and witty romantic drama by Jay Arnold. It is food for thought that will certainly spark meaningful discussions afterward. It is raw and honest storytelling that the audience is bound to find relatable.
Matt Dallas delivers a passionate performance as Ira, and his affecting rapport with Josh allows for more resonance. “Shoulder Dance” has a lot of heart to it, and it garners four out of five stars.
