Film Threat
Providing breathtaking views, a central friendship that holds necessary weight, and lush, stylistic choices, She's in Portland is able to overcome most plot contrivances by nicely exposing the imperfections of Wes and Luke's life.
Vocal Media Geeks
She's in Portland is a lovely movie with a gorgeous California setting. It's the kind of setting that makes you want to buy an open top jeep and drive up the PCH for days seeking youth and adventure. The setting would be hard not to make look gorgeous but much credit to Cinematographer Devin Whetstone who captures the beauty at its most appealing.
Fans of Sideways may especially enjoy She's in Portland as a reminder of how movies can portray wonderfully flawed men with genuine empathy while not letting them off the hook when they suck. Like Sideways, there is soul and romance at the heart of She's in Portland and that is unquestionably the films biggest asset.
Film Snob Reviews
Most of the dialogue was funny and seemed very…authentic. Like this is how myself and my amigos would speak to one another. You definitely get a sense that writers Patrick Alexander, and Marc Carlini are channeling some personal experiences here.
Orca Sound
Carlini's film is very watchable. Primarily because it is very relatable.
Daily Nexus
While the connection between the two main actors is undeniably authentic, the Pacific Coast Highway almost acts as a character within the story too, each stop on the California coast signifying a break in the emotional journey of the two characters. The detailed cinematography in the film takes an otherwise typical road trip and adds a magical essence.
Edhat
"She's in Portland" offers a unique love story with depth, immaculate views of the Pacific Coast Highway, and nostalgic college scenes from Isla Vista. The scenes and settings are simply stunning, making the PCH its own character in the film. With scenes in Carmel and Big Sur, it made me feel the longing to fall in love again with the California coastline.
It's hard not to like Dewey, even in past roles playing a very unlikeable character, he manages to find a way to connect and express vulnerability. Francois Arnaud, from the "The Borgias" and "Blindspot," does an excellent job depicting a struggling artist trying to make sense of his place in the world.
Official Selection - Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Audience Choice Award - Boston Film Festival
Audience Choice Award - Alexandria Film Festival
Best Cinematography - Boston Film Festival
Best Ensemble Cast - Boston Film Festlval
Excellence in Screenwriting - Sedona International Film Festival
Official Selection - Sonoma International Film Festival
Official Selection - Phoenix Film Festival
Official Selection - Newport Beach Film Festival
Official Selection - Dances with Films Film Festival
Official Selection - Arizona International Film Festival