"John Truth" is the definition of a film that is able to depart itself from other films in its genre. In an industry of so many Hollywood Blockbusters and studio films, where only the mainstream gets attention; it's nice to see independent filmmakers with talent craft a film that is so different from every other film, and so much better than 99% of films that come out today.
Now, I am not the kind of person that hates all mainstream films; after all, I'm a loyal fan of Marvel, and I'm always those films opening night. However, most of the MCU films are fairly forgettable, and that goes for most films released today. And while I have many fond memories of a lot of the films from Marvel, I can tell you that "John Truth" is infinitely more memorable than most movies I've watched.
Simply limited to an online release, this 2015 short film, art house, drama, thriller film tells the story of an unhappy janitor (John Truth), who takes a course in psychology, and after receiving unexplained visions, his perception of reality shifts and the film becomes stranger as the 36 mins moves along, and things go CRAZY.
The film with its style of writing and visuals keeps itself in a weird dream-like-state. Utilizing visual and allegorical storytelling, the film gives itself a feeling of its own. Also using its low-budget to make a surprisingly beautiful looking film.The films style also makes it feel unsettling, adding to the thriller elements. It's hard to explain how the style is unique, but you can definitely tell by just watching it.
It's not a film about the performances, the budget, or even to make money, it was made for a purpose, it was to give you an experience. It was an art house film, it carries depth beyond the surface.
It's a film about human psychology, and the illogical ways people act. Regardless, please, watch the film. It affected me greatly, and it may change the way you view films; because it did for me.
This movie took talent to make, and I hope the talented people that worked on the film, continue their work on films. This is one of the greatest movies of all time, it is truly comparable to the great art house films. It's so much better than most films that are twice as long, and its creativity is endless, and I aspire to make something on this level. I hope you feel the same way.
