John Pollono writes, directs and appears in the screen adaptation of his acclaimed 2011 play, also featuring Jon Bernthal and Shea Whigham. By Frank Scheck The seams are showing in John Pollono’s long ...

John Pollono directs and stars in an adaptation of his play that adds depth to the original text but also struggles in its translation from stage to screen. By Maya Phillips When you purchase a ticket ...

The darkly funny American indie drama “Small Engine Repair” works best when it’s a hangout comedy starring three schlubby New England burnouts. Based on writer-director John Pollono’s stage play, ...

EXCLUSIVE: Small Engine Repair, the independent film adaptation of the John Pollono play, has been set by Vertical Entertainment for release on September 10. Vertical has released the first trailer ...