dixonrod
Joined Nov 2023
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This short brilliantly captures the toxicity of working class British masculinity. The script is brutally authentic and draws the viewer into the world of a young boy being forced to "man up" . The complexity of father-son relationships and sibling rivalry is explored subtly and avoids cliche. One of the best shorts I've ever seen - completely using the form to create a poignant and memorable film without looking like it's a short that aspires to being a feature.
The three lead actors play their characters with understated and convincing skill, especially Cavan Clerkin whose portrayal of the bullying father is finely tuned to be uncomfortable viewing.
The three lead actors play their characters with understated and convincing skill, especially Cavan Clerkin whose portrayal of the bullying father is finely tuned to be uncomfortable viewing.