Seriously Red is a bit of a showcase for star and writer Boylan who delivers a fun and boisterous performance as the title character who is making her living as a Dolly Parton impersonator. The film is on the light side but it is rather fun and its message, about being yourself, fits perfectly as a foil for the the impersonator trope.
Filled with Dolly's songs (and references to many of her lyrics) Seriously Red is joyous even as it explores its main characters struggles to find herself. The famous Dolly quote, "find out who you are and do it on purpose" is the centre piece of this story about a women coming into her own by imitating someone else.
Boylan is supported by a great cast, including Byrne in an almost unrecognizable role (you'll see), but mostly this is her show which she fills with great energy just like the icon she is performing. The script is on the thin side and has a lot of filler, but mostly the charming nature, universal story, and Boylan's performance fills it up well enough.
Seriously, Red is fun and well intentioned and ends up being a pretty darn good time.
Seriously Red
Starring: Krew Boylan, Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Celeste Barber, Thomas Campbell, Daniel Webster, Jean Kittson, Nell Campbell
Director: Gracie Otto
Writer: Krew Boylan
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