4/5
A view in the life of a healthcare worker during the time of the COVID-19 pandemic….
- Drama
- United States
- 2021
- 6 min
This short film follows a single mother and her young son Jeremy. Jeremy has his obstacles, succumbing to school bullying and battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Inspired by writer/director Langley McArol’s own childhood experience and his close maternal bond, the short film builds on the theme of courage – through the power of imagination from bedtime storytelling. Within this world we learn about his guardian, the Mighty Celestia, a protector and guide to the young boy.”
This may be a personal project for Langley, but his blood, sweat and tears have created a powerful piece of film. ‘Superhero’ is essentially a mother-son love story – that love is felt in abundance and unapologetic. A finely crafted short that pulls at the heart.”
This short film follows a single mother and her young son Jeremy. Jeremy has his obstacles, succumbing to school bullying and battling acute lymphoblastic leukaemia. Inspired by writer/director Langley McArol’s own childhood experience and his close maternal bond, the short film builds on the theme of courage – through the power of imagination from bedtime storytelling. Within this world we learn about his guardian, the Mighty Celestia, a protector and guide to the young boy.”
This may be a personal project for Langley, but his blood, sweat and tears have created a powerful piece of film. ‘Superhero’ is essentially a mother-son love story – that love is felt in abundance and unapologetic. A finely crafted short that pulls at the heart.”
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