Sincerely Saul (2025) Movie Review

Sincerely Saul – Movie Review

First Reaction – Sincerely Saul shows the desperation to find yourself in life.

Director: Ian Tripp

Writer: Ian Trip (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Ryan Schafer (Everybody Dies by the End)
  • Mickey Faerch (Where in the Hell)
  • Augie Duke (She’s in Portland)
  • Karl Backus

Storyline: Saul is turning 27 and has made a difficult plan: if he’s still a virgin by his birthday, and still caring for his sick Grandma at home, he intends to end his life.

Runtime: 1 Hour 35 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Story: “Sincerely Saul” introduces us to Saul (Schafer), a solitary man who intends to end his life on his 27th birthday unless he loses his virginity. He also cares for his Grandma Diana (Faerch), who requires constant attention. The medical professionals, knowing his intentions, insist he participate in therapy.

He becomes consumed by his addiction and fixates on losing his virginity, feeling lost and empty in all other aspects of his life. With his birthday nearing, Saul grows increasingly desperate, ultimately leading him to make a regrettable decision.

Verdict on Sincerely Saul

Recap

The film centers on a solitary man grappling with a sense of purpose. He sets a goal to lose his virginity before his 27th birthday, and feels desperate enough to consider suicide if he fails. The story explores his challenges and his journey to discover what truly matters in life, even when those lessons are painful.

Best Parts

Loneliness is a powerful theme throughout the story. It shows how challenging it can be to move forward in life, and how easily you can feel like everyone else is ahead of you. The actors deliver strong performances, effectively portraying the downward spiral their characters experience.

Worst Parts

Certain jokes go too far, and the character’s complete lack of regret feels excessive. At other times, the show depicts Saul as incredibly innocent and unable to grasp life’s realities, suggesting he was always destined to fail.

Final ThoughtsSincerely Saul is a good reflection on the challenges in life.

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2025-10-03 14:38