USA  2009, 88 min

Witty, charming and smart, Lightbulb is the story of two dreamers on a search for “the” idea that will make them rich.

Have you ever had a dream and ran with it? A seriously funny drama, Lightbulb is the story of two men who refuse to simply give up. Matt (Dallas Roberts), the inventor, and Sam (Jeremy Renner), the salesman, owned a struggling gift company. Long on ideas and short on cash, these two best friends longed to find the one invention that would make them rich. After Matt’s long-suffering wife gave up, and there were just too many bills, the two folded up shop and got real jobs. While hammering nails during the day, Matt still dreamed up gadget ideas and a different life. All that changes when Matt brainstorms a wacky invention that just might sell, if only he can convince some investors. Directed with a crisp visual style, written with superb wit and acted with natural charm, Lightbulb is one of the most exciting low-budget indies we’ve seen in some time. In a film buzzing with positive energy, you’ll be rooting for these guys, too. -- Scott Cranin