5/5
A woman prefers her dog to her husband. What will he do?…
- Comedy, Drama
- United States
- 2022
- 13 min
The 7-minute drama, which was remarkably shot in 2 days on an iPhone, opens with an introduction to the perpetrator. Engrossed in a first-person shooter game, the young man speaks of his general abomination – fueled by a troubled upbringing; neglect and abuse. The remainder of the narrative chronicles the victim’s last movements with his father. The young father, who has turned to alcohol and has relinquished his life-purpose, speaks about the devastating impact his son’s death has kindled.
Geenugunta and Maganty have vividly demonstrated, through this somber tale, the domino effect of a human catastrophe. Under Geenugunta’s admirable direction, the cast deliver upstanding portrayals that undoubtedly seal the short’s fate – an emotional performance by Michael Lake is certain to keep viewers engaged. In spite of the production’s low budget technicality, Saurav Pasrija (DOP) manages to draw-out adept and meritorious cinematography. Sound and post-production is equally laudable. Highly recommended viewing.
The 7-minute drama, which was remarkably shot in 2 days on an iPhone, opens with an introduction to the perpetrator. Engrossed in a first-person shooter game, the young man speaks of his general abomination – fueled by a troubled upbringing; neglect and abuse. The remainder of the narrative chronicles the victim’s last movements with his father. The young father, who has turned to alcohol and has relinquished his life-purpose, speaks about the devastating impact his son’s death has kindled.
Geenugunta and Maganty have vividly demonstrated, through this somber tale, the domino effect of a human catastrophe. Under Geenugunta’s admirable direction, the cast deliver upstanding portrayals that undoubtedly seal the short’s fate – an emotional performance by Michael Lake is certain to keep viewers engaged. In spite of the production’s low budget technicality, Saurav Pasrija (DOP) manages to draw-out adept and meritorious cinematography. Sound and post-production is equally laudable. Highly recommended viewing.
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