In this short film Mike Pecci showcases his ability to create an atmospheric and generally rich piece and this work really cries for a feature length version. This is the best way to look at it - as a piece of a bigger whole that will hopefully come one day.
Pecci's command of Soviet characters and setting is commendable. The recreation of an era is unsentimental and unpretentious. We feel mid-1980s Soviet vibe without anything being in the nose.
Acting is solid, photography is solid and colors are saturated and evocative. The horror aspect is done in the slow burn and arty manner. It is not too original when the characters literally delve into the horror but on the other hand I must commend Pecci for not going in the safe "less is more" and "horror is best left unseen" path.
Overall, it's a smartly distributed and promising showcase.
Pecci's command of Soviet characters and setting is commendable. The recreation of an era is unsentimental and unpretentious. We feel mid-1980s Soviet vibe without anything being in the nose.
Acting is solid, photography is solid and colors are saturated and evocative. The horror aspect is done in the slow burn and arty manner. It is not too original when the characters literally delve into the horror but on the other hand I must commend Pecci for not going in the safe "less is more" and "horror is best left unseen" path.
Overall, it's a smartly distributed and promising showcase.