Please! (2001)

Peter is a novelist who is going out of his mind because his wife and daughter have left him. He's bought a Smith & Wesson and put one bullet in it. He's pulled the trigger once in ... See full summary »

Director:

Paul Black

Writer:

Paul Black

Stars:

Gerard Butler, Kate Ashfield, Danny Midwinter

2 wins.

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Gerard Butler	...	Peter (as Gerry Butler)
Kate Ashfield	...	Molly
Danny Midwinter	...	Thug
Bernice Stegers	...	Agent
Lauren Cooke Gannon	...	Lucy

Storyline

Peter is a novelist who is going out of his mind because his wife and daughter have left him. He's bought a Smith & Wesson and put one bullet in it. He's pulled the trigger once in despairing Russian roulette. Driving to his wife's office, he pulls the gun out again when an angry motorist assaults him. Then, he begs his wife to talk to him, and she does - while she holds the pistol. His next stop is the literary agent to whom he's sent his manuscript; the pistol comes out once more. Her response is unexpected, and there's one last stop before the day ends.

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Genres:

Short

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Details

Country:

UK

Release Date:

5 May 2001 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Creation Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

15 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Peter: Do you know what this is? It's a Smith & Wesson model 64, .38 caliber, yeah? King's Cross Special. Do you know why I have this? Because I'm a novelist, right? You know why I'm a novelist? Because I'm obviously fucking mad.

User Reviews

Powerful and Emotional

An incredibly strong and cohesive short film. Performances, particularly Butler's, are impressive and moving. And there is, among all the emotional turmoil, a touch of humor as well (his communication problems in his agents office). Butler shows a depth to his character he has not often been called upon to provide. Clearly shows he is capable of much more than has been demanded of him to date. Powerful ending with an emotional punch that will stay with you for a bit. I was very pleased to have seen it although my internet connection was not of the best quality which made it difficult to view - but well worth it. I, too , wish they would put a cleaned up copy out on DVD.