Squirrel
A young woman receives a pathetically insincere apology from her boyfriend for a significant transgression. Instead of accepting it, she freezes in silent contemplation, turning an ordinary kitchen into an arena for a subtle psychological duel. Her stillness and his floundering attempts to justify himself generate a tense yet comedic atmosphere. The film masterfully dissects the absurdity of performative remorse, where words are stripped of genuine feeling and guilt merely masks selfish objectives.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2018 |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Alex Kavutskiy |
| Runtime | 17 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 8.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
"Squirrel" is a brilliant chamber comedy that hits its mark with expertly deadpan, almost clinical humor. The director transforms a minimalist situation into a universal statement about hypocrisy and human ego.
What lingers after the final frame is the acute recognition of those selfish objectives that so often hide behind performative remorse. A witty and painfully accurate short film. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Alex Kavutskiy
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The stifling quiet of a kitchen, punctuated by clumsy justifications.
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