Hit by Lightning

Hit by Lightning is a 2014 black comedy film directed by Ricky Blitt and featuring Jon Cryer, Alexis Maitland, and Richard Roy Sutton in main roles. The film skillfully combines elements of romance, drama, and comedy to create an engaging narrative that holds the audience captive from start to finish.

Set in modern-times, Hit by Lightning tells the tale of Ricky Miller (Jon Cryer), a forty-year-old restaurant manager who lives a dreary and monotonous life. Ricky, despite his professional success, is despaired by his inability to find love, and his intensely romantic nature leaves him disenchanted with his mundane life. Things take a turn for Ricky when he decides to seek love through online dating, throwing himself into the rough and tumble of virtual matchmaking.

Without giving too much away, Ricky's online escapade leads him to Danita (Alexis Maitland), a beautiful and alluring woman shrouded in enigma and mystery. Danita is nothing short of Ricky's ideal woman, and they soon strike up a relationship that revitalizes Ricky's life, offering him experiences hitherto unknown. Sensing a chance at love, Ricky gets deeply infatuated with her, willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their love affair. However, nothing is as simple as it seems, and Ricky soon finds his life turning upside down due to this new relationship.

To Ricky's horror, he soon discovers that Danita is married. Even more unsettling is her odd request: she wants Ricky to end her spouse's life somehow. As the narrative unfolds, Ricky ends up in a journey he never thought he'd undertake filled with conundrums, existential dilemmas, and a bizarre mesh of emotions.

Ricky's character is effortlessly portrayed by Jon Cryer, known for his work in comedy. He effortlessly maintains the comic element while simultaneously portraying the desperation and loneliness of Ricky's character. Alexis Maitland excels in the role of Danita, perfectly capturing the essence of a mysteriously attractive woman stuck in an unhappy marriage. The chemistry between the two leads is exceptional, making their on-screen relationship genuinely believable.

Richard Roy Sutton plays the role of Seth, Ricky's confident who later becomes his accomplice in his unusual mission. Sutton's performance adds an interesting dimension to the film as he tries to navigate the murky waters of right and wrong while helping his friend.

Although the movie dips its toes in dark humor due to its unusual plotline, it never loses its sense of fun and maintains a comedic edge throughout. Ricky's narrative is full of absurd conversations, humorous exchanges, and even several emotionally-charged moments which balance out the overall plot. The storytelling style is quirky and unconventional, providing an out-of-box cinematic experience to the viewers.

Furthermore, the film is greatly enhanced by its outstanding production design, which effectively reflects the inner turmoil and confusion of Ricky's character. The cinematography captures the emotional peaks and valleys of the narrative, while the music score resonates with the mood of the story, creating an effective audio-visual combination.

Hit by Lightning is a unique blend of comedy and thriller genres that leaves the audience both amused and intrigued. The film takes the viewers on a whimsical ride that keeps them guessing while providing plenty of laughs along the way. The movie excellently showcases the lengths people might go for love while dabbling with issues of morality, making the viewers question where they would draw the line in the quest for happiness.

Hit by Lightning is a must-watch for those who appreciate dark comedies with a touch of philosophical depth. With unforgettable performances from the main cast and a plot that keeps you guessing all through the course, this movie promises entertainment like no other.