“Me, Myself & The Void” Movie Review: A Simple, Yet Effective Journey Into The Mind

Me, Myself & The Void delves into the psyche of a struggling comedian and his relationships with the people in his life.

I was provided with a free digital screener of Me, Myself & Void for review. The opinions I have shared are my own. 

Me, Myself & The Void, the debut feature from director and writer Timothy Hautekiet, tells the story of a struggling comedian who is literally trapped in his own mind. As Jack (Jack De Sena) tries to make sense of how he ended up unconscious on his bathroom floor, he is helped by the manifestations of his best friend Chris (Chris W. Smith) and ex-girlfriend Mia (Kelly Marie Tran).

The movie jumps between following Jack in the void of his mind and his memories as he tries to piece together what happened to him. The setting of Jack’s mind feels like a stage play with props from the real world helping to summon Jack’s memories, which works to the film’s benefit to tell a simple and effective story on a low budget. Some simple visual effects, coupled with the actors’ performances also heighten the intrigue of the void.

With the simplicity of the sets and effects, the movie is primarily carried by the performances of its three stars. De Sena and Smith have a good rapport as they interact both in memories and the void. While Tran is initially limited to brief interactions in Jack’s memories, her introduction into the void allows her to really shine in the role. Her presence also keeps the action in the void from getting stale and allows for some moving emotional moments as Jack begins to figure out what went wrong in his life.

As Jack begins to remember everything that led him to his current predicament, the movie provides a somewhat uplifting ending. While Jack is not a likable character in many respects, his struggle with feelings of failure is relatable and his growth by the movie’s end is earned. While Jack reconciles some of his mistakes in the aftermath, focusing on personal growth rather than a shoehorned reconciliation with Mia provides a realistic and effective ending.

Though Me, Myself & The Void is light on laughs despite its aspiring comedian protagonist, it provides an intriguing look into the effects of frustration with defeat on both the self and others. The story and staging are simple yet allow for performances and character growth to drive the narrative.

Me, Myself & The Void debuts on Digital VOD on October 1, 2024, including Apple TV and Prime Video.

Author: Jessica Wolff

Jessica Wolff is a graduate of Drexel University with a BS in Film/Video. She has a passion for entertainment and representation in entertainment. She currently resides outside of Washington, DC.

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