However, Ryan challenges his parents' vision for his life, and unflinchingly chooses to launch his own music career with his best friend Dino.

Encouraged by his wife Jenny and employer Avi, Ryan embarks on an unpredictable, provocative path – performing the legendary music of Drexel Hemsley in sold-out venues across the country.

The site's consensus states: "With nearly every element ringing as hollow as the ersatz Elvis at the story's core, The Identical looks destined for a bright future on the ironic viewing circuit.

"[5] Quad-City Times film critic Linda Cook wrote: "Fans of bad movies, please note: This is a must-see.

[2] The film was pulled from theaters after playing for only three weeks, during which it grossed $2.8 million, far below its $16-million budget, making it a box office bomb.