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dixonrod
IMDb member since November 2023
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ManMade (2023)
Moving & authentic
27 November 2023
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.
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