Nimic

Lanthimos had been working hard to prove his talent for psychological horror, although you can say the favourite was an execption! but this short film is an worthy promise to a long one... maybe the best one we ever seen from lanthimos...

All you need to know about this short is... it's made by the man himself Yorgos Lanthimos.

While this movie undeniably showcases the signature surrealism we've come to expect from Yorgos Lanthimos, it might just be a bit too enigmatic for its own good. The film navigates the complex themes of identity and human relationships with a disconcerting flair but often leaves viewers grappling for solid ground. Matt Dillon's performance, though commendably intense, sometimes feels overshadowed by the movie's overindulgence in its own obscurity. The pacing, though aiming for unsettling, occasionally veers into the tedious. The visuals and score, while atmospheric, may come off as heavy-handed to those looking for a subtler narrative. Overall, this movie is a testament to Lanthimos' distinctive style, but its insistence on ambiguity may not sit well with all.

I couldn't stop thinking of "The house that Jack Built" while watching this short. The choice of music, Matt dillon himself who appears in both everything looked somehow familiar.

It was a fun 12 minutes, I have to admit. Nothing too spectacular, but nothing too bland either.

I don't know this for sure but it has certain similarities to Zulawski's Possession; from the way certain scenes were framed, the camera angles and just the overall vibe.