5/5
Years after the death of his older brother, a young man creates a new dance in his memory called Crutch-Tap. Now, he sets out…
- Comedy, Drama
- United States
- 2020
- 8 min
The cinematography by Kieran Green is minimalistic but intriguingly effective, with the black and white rendering complementing the film’s underlying somber tone. The ambient sound design, coupled with the sound editing, is equally impressive, successfully immersing the audience in the atmosphere of the film.
The thematic development of guilt and regret is another standout feature of the short as these themes form the foundation for the film’s storytelling. The delicate handling of the subject matter avoids being preachy and instead opts for emotional realism that makes it even more powerful.
In conclusion, ‘Are You Ready?’ is a hauntingly tragic yet poignant cinematic work that leaves a lasting impression on the viewers. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking films that deal with raw human emotions.
The cinematography by Kieran Green is minimalistic but intriguingly effective, with the black and white rendering complementing the film’s underlying somber tone. The ambient sound design, coupled with the sound editing, is equally impressive, successfully immersing the audience in the atmosphere of the film.
The thematic development of guilt and regret is another standout feature of the short as these themes form the foundation for the film’s storytelling. The delicate handling of the subject matter avoids being preachy and instead opts for emotional realism that makes it even more powerful.
In conclusion, ‘Are You Ready?’ is a hauntingly tragic yet poignant cinematic work that leaves a lasting impression on the viewers. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates thought-provoking films that deal with raw human emotions.
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