i guess this was ultra-low budget. It kind of feels that way but it was interesting. I felt like things kept moving forward, i didn't know where it was going and maybe that's what i liked. I also liked that this young black guy is just a regular kid, not some alpha-male with a chip on his shoulder, which seems to be the stock black young man.
For me the ending really elevated the whole thing. they didn't try to make some big giant statement. they just showed us an image that lead us to believe L was going to be okay. I liked that. the director didn't tie it up in a nice bow. it's the kind of movie that should have an open-ended finish.
All in all i'd say it was strong enough to recommend because I found myself thinking about the story the next day. I didn't expect that, but there i was wondering about this guy while i was waiting for the bus. How many low-budget movies stick with you like that?