Netflix This: 'Bass Ackwards'

You have to admit: the whole Netflix thing is pretty awesome, and because it is, I figured it deserves a new little feature I call "Netflix This." Essentially, it's a suggestion for a flick or TV show you should definitely check out on Netflix if you have the time. We all know there are some great selections on there.

So, my first Netflix pick is a charming indie flick titled "Bass Ackwards." You may have heard some stuff about it earlier this year when Sundance was in the news. It's a comedy-drama written and directed by Linas Phillips, who also portrays the main character, and it's undoubtedly a great low-budget movie.

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Sean Astin, Sara Foster to join 'Demoted'

Sean Astin, Sara Foster and Ceila Weston are the latest to join Michael Vartan and David Cross in James B. Rogers' upcoming indie comedy "Demoted," according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Written by Dan Callahan, the film centers on two tire salesmen (Vartan, Astin) who enjoy playing big pranks on their co-worker (Cross). But when the latter suddenly becomes their new boss, he seeks revenge by making them his new secretaries.

Foster will jump into the role of Astin's wife, who thinks he's just been promoted, while Weston will star as the head secretary who pushes the two friends to pursue a revenge on their own.

Astin most recently starred in "The Final Game," and is currently filming "Stay Cool" for Michael Polish. Foster's acting credits include "D.E.B.S." As for Weston, she most recently starred in Oliver Hirschbiegel's "The Invasion."

Thomas Haden Church is 'Don McKay'

Thomas Haden Church is currently filming Jake Goldberger's upcoming indie drama "Don McKay" for Animus Films, according to Variety. Elisabeth Sue, Melissa Leo, Keith David and M. Emmet Walsh are also on board.

Written by Goldberger, the film centers on a man who left his hometown after suffering from a tragedy. When he returns home 25 years later, he finds his long-lost love on the verge of death and is consequently thrust into a bunch of troubles.

"McKay" is produced on a modest budget and is currently shooting in the Boston area.

Church's acting credits include "Sideways" and "Spider-Man 3." He most recently starred alongside Dennis Quaid and Ellen Page in "Smart People." Future projects of his include "Big Eyes," a drama in which he co-stars with Kate Hudson.

Goldberger recently penned the teen horror flick "Homecoming," which stars Mischa Barton and Jessica Stroup.