Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat

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Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat

Released Jul 7, 2023

1h 31m

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"Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat" takes viewers into the heart of the volunteer fire service, and by extension on a journey through the many facets of America. Locations like California's wine (and wildfire) country, a small Nebraska farming community, and an Orthodox Jewish enclave of New York set the backdrop for a series of stories about service, personal growth, and finding purpose. Together they convey the depth, diversity, and critical role volunteer fire departments play across the country. Told through an unexpected cast of characters, the film challenges stereotypes and preconceptions at every turn. Barbara is a beloved grandma by day and a badass EMT by night. Madely, a Salvadoran immigrant, shows what teenagers are capable of when given the opportunity. For Jaime, the volunteer fire service saved his life, and he now wants to pass on his lessons and legacy to his sons and grandson. At a fragile and fractured point in our history, this film offers hope and optimism, and reminds us that we are all in this together.

Michael Clark

Epoch Times

On the whole, “Cool Hat” is an inspirational and uplifting film profiling salt-of-the-earth Americans of every race, creed, and gender working together to protect us 24/7 without any desire for monetary reward.

Rated: 3.5/5

Aug 31, 2023

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Douglas Davidson

Elements of Madness

There are moments of repetition, moments where it feels a little too sweet, a little too saccharine, but there’s never an insincere moment. This is what separates ODD HOURS from being a general recruitment tool & transforms it into something aspirational.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 28, 2023

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Norman Gidney

HorrorBuzz

Gary Matoso and Cameron Zohoori tell a story of nationwide scope and intimate detail that reminds us there might still be good in the world.

Rated: 7/10

Aug 20, 2023

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Bobby LePire

Film Threat

Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat is a loving tribute to volunteer firefighters.

Rated: 8.5/10

Aug 2, 2023

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Jonita Davis

The Black Cape (Medium)

Embedded in "Odd Job, No Pay, Cool Hat" are real stories of firefighters, EMTs, and trainees that make the documentary worthy of film (not PSA) status.

Jul 10, 2023

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The greatest 01 hour: and 31 minutes ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/07/23

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"Odd Hours, No Pay, Cool Hat" takes viewers into the heart of the volunteer fire service, and by extension on a journey through the many facets of America. Locations like California's wine (and wildfire) country, a small Nebraska farming community, and an Orthodox Jewish enclave of New York set the backdrop for a series of stories about service, personal growth, and finding purpose. Together they convey the depth, diversity, and critical role volunteer fire departments play across the country. Told through an unexpected cast of characters, the film challenges stereotypes and preconceptions at every turn. Barbara is a beloved grandma by day and a badass EMT by night. Madely, a Salvadoran immigrant, shows what teenagers are capable of when given the opportunity. For Jaime, the volunteer fire service saved his life, and he now wants to pass on his lessons and legacy to his sons and grandson. At a fragile and fractured point in our history, this film offers hope and optimism, and reminds us that we are all in this together.

Director: Gary Matoso, Cameron Zohoori
Producer: Gary Matoso
Distributor: Sub-Genre Media
Production Co: Vignette, Hold Fast Features
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 7, 2023, Limited
Runtime: 1h 31m
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1

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