The Route V50 (2004)

Summary

As a traveler searches for a place called Confidence, he keeps running into other versions of himself.

Director

Stephen Frears

Downey Factor

High. He is the only actor in the film.

Character

A nameless wayward traveler caught in a surreal scenario.

Looks

Good. Clean, wears a black suit, white shirt.

Performance

Excellent.

Dies, Gay or Villain

Nah.

Availability

Released in March 2004 on Volvo's British website in conjunction with the launch of a new vehicle. No longer available from Volvo, but I have posted it on YouTube (see below).

Does It Hold Up

Whether you look at this as an early example of branded content or just as a short film with a conspicuous amount of Volvo footage, yes, it holds up.

2 Reasons to See It

1. He has a conversation with himself!
2. This is a free movie that would be worth paying for.

Overall

It's a little strange to explain this film to someone who hasn't seen it, but it's entertaining, interesting, short and pure Downey. You simply have to see it.

If You Like It

You might also like M.C. Escher.

Photos

Video