A SHORT FILM REVIEW - LIGHT MY FIRE

 How the film made me feel ,watching this short film felt tense and uneasy. From the start, a sense of danger builds as if something explosive could go off any moment. The film grips you early and keeps that uneasy pulse going.

The story is about a father who hunts down his daughter’s boyfriend on the Fourth of July. It’s not just a revenge tale—it’s a look at toxic masculinity and what happens when rage takes over. Without spoiling, the film shows how anger feels powerful in the moment but leaves nothing good behind.

The father is a strong but broken character. His fury seems justified to him, but we see how incapable he is at truly caring for his daughter afterward. The daughter’s pain is real, too—they both feel human and believable. The actors convincingly show that mix of violence, pride, and regret.

Visually, the film uses sharp, clean shots of a Southern town on Independence Day. The lighting, framing, and color work together to show a peaceful setting shifting to something dark and heavy. It’s simple, but it works

The soundtrack is quiet but chilling, building mood without pushing too hard. Dialogue cuts through clearly, letting you feel the tension between words. After the confrontation, silence speaks just as loudly as any music.

This film met my expectations—it’s short but powerful. Its main strength is how it shows real emotion without over-explaining. There aren’t many special effects or dramatic scenes, but you feel the fallout of violence. It leaves you thinking: how often do people step in without knowing how to follow up? I’d recommend it for its strong storytelling, acting, and message. It lingers in your mind, making you reflect on real-world struggles with anger and how we show love.

https://youtu.be/b79R839YfZg?si=qiYXSp9cPmEam0Vr

Emelia Mawuena Akorli 

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