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Hurt

Synopsis

Stone Scriven plans for his own death… at least until he meets Fin Snell, another young man struggling with the weight of the world. Together, they will help each other learn to live.

Review

3/5
A mental health themed coming-of-age drama from about melancholic youth.
Directed by Gavin Matthew, Sonia Forcada and Trey Jordan, from a script by Craig Selbrede and Liam Gilbey, ‘Hurt’ is a short drama film that acts as an episode from a wider web-series. Chapter 1, titled ‘We Are Who We Are’, follows the melancholic life of Stone Scriven (Craig Selbrede) – who finds himself crippled with depression with no job prospects or life purpose. The narrative delves into the relationship he has with his sisters and of a like-minded acquaintance. A poignant tale that will resonate with the coming-of-age generation.

The 20-minute episode opens with Stone overcome with sorrow and despair. Despite concerned meddling from his siblings, Stone withdraws further into misery with suicidal tendencies. A hopeful turning point occurs when he meets Fin (Alvin Edwards III) – his best friend’s co-worker. In spite of Stone’s repudiation of their connection, the film concludes with a hopeful watershed – leading the narrative onto the next episode.

Hurt Short Film
The entire cast deliver admirable performances throughout. The storyline is neatly crafted and structured, which will keep viewers captivating and engaged. Unfortunately, the film’s technicality is disappointingly uninviting – with amateur sound design and post-production craftmanship. Having said that, the cinematography is well executed. The characterization of Stone requires further probing, as viewers may be left perplexed with his unaltered and uninspired psyche. A mental health drama that deserves some recognition.

Cast/Crew

Director(s): Gavin Matthew, Sonia Forcada, Trey Jordan
Writer(s): Craig Selbrede, Liam Gilbey
Cast: Alvin Edwards III, April Valentine, Craig Selbrede
Producer(s): Benjamin McWhirter, Cole Hediger, Craig Selbrede, Damon A Dunn Jr, Maz Taylor, Sonia Forcada
Director of Photography:
Animation (if applicable):

Specifications

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Language: English
Year: 2022
Runtime: 20 min

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Cast/Crew

Director(s): Gavin Matthew, Sonia Forcada, Trey Jordan
Writer(s): Craig Selbrede, Liam Gilbey
Cast: Alvin Edwards III, April Valentine, Craig Selbrede
Producer(s): Benjamin McWhirter, Cole Hediger, Craig Selbrede, Damon A Dunn Jr, Maz Taylor, Sonia Forcada
Director of Photography:
Animation (if applicable):

Specifcations

Genre: ,
Subjects: , , , , , , , , , , ,
Collections:
Country:
Language: English
Year: 2022
Runtime: 20 min

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Hurt

Synopsis

Stone Scriven plans for his own death… at least until he meets Fin Snell, another young man struggling with the weight of the world. Together, they will help each other learn to live.

Review

A mental health themed coming-of-age drama from about melancholic youth.

3/5
Directed by Gavin Matthew, Sonia Forcada and Trey Jordan, from a script by Craig Selbrede and Liam Gilbey, ‘Hurt’ is a short drama film that acts as an episode from a wider web-series. Chapter 1, titled ‘We Are Who We Are’, follows the melancholic life of Stone Scriven (Craig Selbrede) – who finds himself crippled with depression with no job prospects or life purpose. The narrative delves into the relationship he has with his sisters and of a like-minded acquaintance. A poignant tale that will resonate with the coming-of-age generation.

The 20-minute episode opens with Stone overcome with sorrow and despair. Despite concerned meddling from his siblings, Stone withdraws further into misery with suicidal tendencies. A hopeful turning point occurs when he meets Fin (Alvin Edwards III) – his best friend’s co-worker. In spite of Stone’s repudiation of their connection, the film concludes with a hopeful watershed – leading the narrative onto the next episode.

Hurt Short Film
The entire cast deliver admirable performances throughout. The storyline is neatly crafted and structured, which will keep viewers captivating and engaged. Unfortunately, the film’s technicality is disappointingly uninviting – with amateur sound design and post-production craftmanship. Having said that, the cinematography is well executed. The characterization of Stone requires further probing, as viewers may be left perplexed with his unaltered and uninspired psyche. A mental health drama that deserves some recognition.

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