5/5
In a near-future where memories can be shared between people, a desperate “Neurohacker” steals entire lives in an attempt to remake his lover’s tragic…
- Drama, Sci-Fi
- United States
- 2011
- 16 min
Now alone except for one another, both are dealing with the paternal loss with varying degrees of despair, anger and remorse and are forced to confront their past emotions together, where they belong and how to cope with it, whilst finding comfort in each other and their place in the future.
The 19-minute film opens with James parked outside his late fathers “Some Like it Hot” burger van. Upon the arrival of his youngest sister, a conflict arises surrounding his lack of support in the wake of their dad’s death. Utilizing quintessential British humor, the narrative takes a flamboyant turn as they look back on their fathers character whilst rooting through his belongings. A charming film that gives an unflinching account of sibling tension and judgment during the complex grieving process.
Now alone except for one another, both are dealing with the paternal loss with varying degrees of despair, anger and remorse and are forced to confront their past emotions together, where they belong and how to cope with it, whilst finding comfort in each other and their place in the future.
The 19-minute film opens with James parked outside his late fathers “Some Like it Hot” burger van. Upon the arrival of his youngest sister, a conflict arises surrounding his lack of support in the wake of their dad’s death. Utilizing quintessential British humor, the narrative takes a flamboyant turn as they look back on their fathers character whilst rooting through his belongings. A charming film that gives an unflinching account of sibling tension and judgment during the complex grieving process.
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