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This movie makes a very bold choice when you find out that the movie is entirely colorless, a risk that was not pulled off. The worst thing about it is the presentation. While interesting during some parts, the camerawork and framing could have used something more. But besides that, the movie is well acted, intriguing, and may open your eyes just a little

The only reason why this gets 6 stars is cause its Ralph. This guy has definitely improved over the years.

Very enjoyable film but the filmography is clearly amateurish. The black and white is a bold choice but shows why films use color. Sepe has clearly improved with his more recent films and while this film jump started his career I cant praise it too heavily. Would reccomend it to anyone who enjoys his style of filming and wants to see his older work.

This film may not be as technical-sound, but it was enjoyable from beginning to end, and thats the most important part about a film, and from a couple of 16 year olds, it pretty big accomplishment.

I like this short, its impressive for the budget it has and you could tell that care was put into it. Its also a really good movie for teenagers. I think this because of how the movie goes on about drugs, and shows how they change your life, whether you sell them or use them. This is a good lesson and film for teens as well. The movie is also in black and white, signifying sadness and depression in the main characters life. When he smokes however, the movie is in color and shows weird swirls and effects. Definitely check this one out on YouTube.

With the budget this was on, it did a great job. I enjoyed the style a little bit but I thought it was definitely style over substance. It's basically a dollar store Enter the Void in black and white.

Ralph Sepe Jr. is one of my favorite filmmakers working today. I'm not gonna say he makes short films because he doesn't. He makes films. The length of a film has never truly mattered to me. What matters is the pacing. The High is paced perfectly, turning 37 minutes into an experience that feels like an epic. What makes the film truly work is Sepe Jr.'s direction. This film is directed with so much passion, creativity, and experimentation. There is never a dull moment thanks to the direction. The writing is great. The dialogue somehow hijacks your eyes as well as your ears because of how well written it is. I truly care about the two main characters and this modern tragedy of how easy it is for a human being to make nothing matter to him. I love this film. It's my favorite of his work so far and I cannot wait for his next film, Lover; I pray since it is supposedly a full-length film that critics will give it enough attention. I know I will.

You maybe wondering why I gave it an 8, well The reason is because of its low budget you cant really review it as a regular movie, because it doesn't have the same luxury as Hollywood blockbusters. The only thing I've is that it was made with $50 dollars and it has a pretty good production value for a $50 dollar movie. If I had to rate it like a normal film you go to the Theater and watch, I'd say it's an 7/10, but

if it did have actually money to work with I'd say it would be an 8/10.

Okay so i am going to try to make this review as spoiler free as a review can be. This movie was amazing. One of the reasons this movie was amazing was that is was made with so little money and wasn't aiming to get money. Most movies today are using movies to sell toys (I.E Transformers) or to sell other movies, it was made solely on the purpose to make an interesting movie. This film is about a young boy getting involved with dealing drugs. Sounds like a pretty simple plot but is crafted and directed very creatively. The music is amazing and the acting is very good considering he is only 17. All around great movie and would recommend to all of my friends.

I'm not much of a movie reviewer, but I felt this one was worth it. I have no idea how he managed to achieve so much on such a small budget, and still get an amazing story through. This film is living proof that you don't need hundreds of millions of dollars (like in the Last Jedi or Infinity Wars) to tell a story that is not only entertaining, but also makes you stop and think after it's over.

10/10 would recommend.