His father is breaking down, his brother is breaking ties, his friends are breaking the law and he's barely breaking even. A working class kid, he sees the merit in a hard day's work, but he knows well enough that hard work doesn't always pay. After all, this is Atlantic City, a place where misery is a company. where monuments are built to honor sin and where vice is the primary industry.
In Ice Grill USA, Auggie Logan looks to bring back hope to people who can't afford the luxury of optimism. Much like Claudia, the apple of his eye, he knows a brighter future is out there for the taking, hanging precariously on the brink of oblivion. Seeking to get the girl and save his loved ones without losing his soul, Auggie finds out what price must be paid to get a taste of a better life.
Written and directed by award winning filmmakers that lived it themselves, IGU gives voice to the people that power Atlantic City machine. Santarsiero and Bernardi have worked in the casinos, have lost friends to the drug game, and have seen family members caught up in the perils of addiction. This real world authenticity, combined with a standout ensemble performance, weaves a vivid tapestry depicting life on the New Jersey margins. An aspirational tale born of desperation, IGU serves as an ode to all of the good folks forced to choose between the life they live and the life of their dreams.
**The above was taken direct from the back of the DVD case with permission from GSantersiero**
This movie is the realest of the real. Everyone always thinks of AC as the place to go on the East Coast for their slice of Vegas. Little do they know the hardships that befall the locals that live there, day in and day out. Hollywood has run out of ideas, that much is clear by movies like BATTLESHIP. I mean, really? Nah, I'll take movies that have real substance and have a real message, like IGU.
Ice Grill USA is a movie that should be a staple to any real movie lover, and any real blue collar worker. We all have dreams and aspirations, and IGU dares to explore the various paths that could be taken by 1 man, in that beautiful city, Atlantic City.
One of the few movies that you can stream straight from their website, and purchase right from it as well. Wanna know more? Find out for yourself at http://www.icegrillusa.com
Not enough for ya? check back tomorrow for an exclusive interview with Greg Santarsiero.
**The above image was taken with permission by Greg Santarsiero from http://www.icegrillusa.com **
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