Ben Suchman’s ‘Too Much of Me’, co-written by Ben and Henry Suchman, is a lively, low-budget short that takes a clever, existential premise and spins it into a chaotic, comedic spectacle. Dylan, played by Brian Espana, finds himself coexisting with multiple versions of himself, each carrying a distinct personality. As these Dylans clash – our protagonist is pulled into an unraveling spiral of self-confrontation that is both funny and oddly profound.
Despite its modest budget, the film employs sharp cinematic techniques that keep the pacing snappy and visually engaging. Playful blocking maximize the absurdity of Dylan’s multiplying crisis. There’s an energy here that suggests the filmmakers had fun with the material, and that enthusiasm is infectious.
Thematically, ‘Too Much of Me’ goes between comedy and something deeper. Is it a commentary on identity? Anxiety? The overwhelming nature of existence? The film never insists on one answer, which is precisely what makes it intriguing. It nudges the audience toward introspection while keeping the tone light enough to avoid becoming preachy.
If there’s a critique, it’s that the film feels like a proof of concept – there’s room to push the idea further, to dig deeper into its implications. But as it stands, it’s a respectable effort that balances quirk and craft. Espana carries the weight of multiple roles with ease, making each version of Dylan distinct without resorting to caricature.
‘Too Much of Me’ is a playful, inventive short that makes the most of its concept. It’s an impressive effort, and with a little more expansion, it could be something even greater.
