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Film Review: I’m You, Dickhead Directed by Lucas Testro
By Godwill Yayra Klutse BFAPD28001
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Lucas Testro’s short film I’m You, Dickhead takes a silly idea and plays it completely straight — and that’s what makes it work. The film isn’t trying to change the world. It’s not chasing deep emotion or trying to be profound. It’s a deadpan comedy built around one hilariously selfish decision: a man uses time travel to avoid effort.
The story follows a man who travels back in time, not to fix his childhood or right a wrong, but to give his younger self a guitar. His goal? To impress a girl who’s into guitar players — not by learning the instrument himself, but by getting his younger self to do the work for him. It’s one of those “what if” setups that’s so stupid, it loops back around to being clever. And that’s exactly what makes it funny.
The film’s tone is dry and grounded. There’s no over-the-top music, no exaggerated reactions. Everyone plays it straight, which fits the style of deadpan comedy. In fact, the more serious the characters act, the funnier the situation becomes. There’s something hilarious about watching someone take the most lazy, self-serving idea and commit to it like it’s a master plan.
Testro doesn’t just rely on writing for the humor. The film makes use of controlled framing and simple, flat lighting. The visuals stay quiet, letting the absurdity speak for itself. The camera holds shots long enough to make us sit in the awkwardness. No flashy cuts, no wild angles. Just clean, deliberate choices that support the humor without getting in the way.
What stands out is how relatable the core idea is. Not because most people would time travel to cheat effort, but because the mindset is familiar. It’s the same instinct that makes people look for shortcuts, try to game the system, or delay work in the hope that it somehow does itself. It’s exaggerated, yes — but not by much.
In the end, I’m You, Dickhead doesn’t try to teach a lesson. It simply shows a guy who wants results without responsibility, and lets the comedy play out naturally. The performances, the camera work, and the dry delivery all work together to create something sharp and fun. It’s a reminder that you don’t need big effects or dramatic twists to make something smart — just a stupid idea, executed well.
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