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This film is based on an ordinary teenage boy who has just passed his driving test. After passing his driving test he quickly picks up two of his friends. After showing off his capabilities towards driving he then has a dilemma to deal with when he has two offers to do with social activities. The choice he now has to make is whether to stick with his original friends or move on to the girl of his dreams who has only begun showing an interest in him now that he can drive.

The main character is successfully acted by Jack Watkin whose only other acting role has been in the opening scene of the widely viewed "The last man standing". Given a larger role Watkin seemingly stepped up to the lead role in this short film, appearing confident and able in a role that required the camera to always be on him from a close range. It is also worth noting one of the major names that was able to act in this film. This actor being Liam Hodgson, yes the supposed antagonist who acted superbly in the opening scene of the film "Shadows". Once again Liam, does not disappoint playing the role of the quiet friend perfectly in the back of the car. The other friend was played by Ismail Hemamou a new upcoming actor from Morocco. Speaking near perfect English after only moving to the United Kingdom three years ago, he acts well but can only get better.

From the directors point of view I would be glad with what has been done on a extremely tight budget and tight filming schedule. The simplicity of the film comes form the one shot throughout the film using only a GoPro mounted on the front of the inside of the car. In this way this film is similar to another short film that we would highly recommend in Orange Drive however this is intentional with the director announcing that he drew a lot of inspiration from that film.

Overall we rate this film. Believing that it does promote a good moral message and does make you think throughout the film. The acting in the film is well done with special praise going the lead actor in Jack Watkin in his first major role. We give this film a 4/5!!!!




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