With all the accolades that this film has received, I prepared myself for an engaging and emotionally charged short film. What I got in return was a slow-paced, horribly acted, and excruciatingly unoriginal piece of cinema.
I am always skeptical of a movie that features one person taking over the roles of writer, director, and star. Often times this creates unrealistic acting, and sub par writing and directing efforts. This was exactly the case with Enzo Zelocchi and My Little Princess. Zelocchi's acting was underwhelming at times, and over dramatic at others, giving his character glaringly noticeable flaws that brought little realism to a role that could have been moving and inspirational.
The topics discussed in this film are very touchy, and when done correctly, can result in great films. My Little Princess did not create any semblance of heartfelt cinema. Instead, it made a story of a grieving father dull and hollow, leaving this reviewer bored and unengaged.
This is a forgettable film that tried hard to pull at heart stings, instead of dealing with blatant script and acting issues. I gave this movie 1 star out of 10, and I hope that this review is both a warning to potential viewers and a wake up call to Mr. Zelocchi. Avoid this movie at all costs.
I am always skeptical of a movie that features one person taking over the roles of writer, director, and star. Often times this creates unrealistic acting, and sub par writing and directing efforts. This was exactly the case with Enzo Zelocchi and My Little Princess. Zelocchi's acting was underwhelming at times, and over dramatic at others, giving his character glaringly noticeable flaws that brought little realism to a role that could have been moving and inspirational.
The topics discussed in this film are very touchy, and when done correctly, can result in great films. My Little Princess did not create any semblance of heartfelt cinema. Instead, it made a story of a grieving father dull and hollow, leaving this reviewer bored and unengaged.
This is a forgettable film that tried hard to pull at heart stings, instead of dealing with blatant script and acting issues. I gave this movie 1 star out of 10, and I hope that this review is both a warning to potential viewers and a wake up call to Mr. Zelocchi. Avoid this movie at all costs.