Sí (2021) User Reviews

Brilliant short with a fantastic flow

[avp369 · 10/10 · 29 September 2021]

Sí is a 2021 short film directed by Martin Ponferrada, An engaging story about mental conflicts between two characters, Carlo and Anita. This short drama speaks about consent and its meaning to victimization. The story starts when a young man picks up an attractive woman at a pub, his personal ethics are put to the test when a distressing revelation about the woman's history is revealed.

Before being sexual with someone, you need to know if they want to be sexual with you too. The character Anita shows the importance of sexual consent. The story progresses through the mental conflicts of both characters. Anita's decision to say yes represents the women, who achieved the power of the mind. Setting your personal boundaries and respecting your partner's are all part of consenting and asking for consent - and checking in if things aren't clear. For sex to be consensual, both parties must agree to it every time. In her life Anita faced both situations, in one situation she wanted to say no, but she was helpless. She lost her power to say no.

It is revealed that Anita is a bold women who survived a tragic incident that happens to her. We can understand that books really helped her a lot to overcome her haunting past. She reads a lot about inspirational and self-improvement. This shows her willingness to never give up.

Plot-wise, the short film leaves a lot to audience's perspective and confidently omits explanation of victimization. When we talk about a person being victimised, it means they're being treated badly or unfairly because they have made a complaint about sexual harassment or racial and religious vilification. This is no detraction from the character-focused story which puts the relationship between the two leads at the heart, and builds each of the pair slowly and patiently to explain the rift. It is the characters and their journey which grab the audience's intrigue.

Sí is a brilliant short with a fantastic flow. It's certainly worth checking out. With convincing acting and has a plot that the viewer will want to follow.

Short and sweet

[gurusammayor · 10/10 · 30 September 2021]

Short But Sweet. Sí, directed by Martin Ponferrada is a short film about a young woman who picks up a man in the club. This leads to a shocking revelation about the woman's past. While still interesting, it opens up some of the social encounters that individuals especially women, face while dating. The films' theme is sexual consent and the need to face our demons. The film begins with Anita in one of the upscale bars drinking alone when she is approached by a handsome man. She flirts with him and eventually convinces him to go home with her for probably what she expects to be a "romantic" night. The night date however ends in an unexpected twist. Anita who has been previously roofied, explains her experience to the young man. Roofied is a slang term that refers to date rape or sexual assault by someone you know, like a boyfriend, or someone you recently met, even an acquaintance. Anita reveals how after being roofied she did not report her tragic experience to the authorities. This can explain how most women fear being stigmatized even after going through similar ordeals. However, Anita has courageously overcome her experience through self-improvement books and come out "stronger". She now realizes that the importance of sexual consent not only on her part but her partner too. In terms of the plot even though the movie is short, most of the audience would appreciate knowing the background of the young man and Anita's. In addition, it would also be helpful to know the timelines of Anita's experience and how it shapes and affects her decisions making and judgment in the film. Otherwise the short film provides powerful insight into the social struggles that women go through dating and the importance of sexual consent.

We need more of such films

[stephengmambo · 10/10 · 1 October 2021]

Wow, Sí is one of the best short films that I have watched recently. I liked most about the film's courage to talk about the complex yet rarely discussed issues of consent society. Most people think that a woman can only offer consent (at least in my community), and a man should not decline. I agree with Carlos in the film; this is a complex issue. What happens when a man is willing to withdraw the consent at any stage? Does that mean that he is taking away the woman's power to say yes? I wish this film was longer. I like the topic selected, and the director should consider making the movie longer. I think the issue of consent needs to b explored further. I will recommend the film to my friends. I need to have this conversation with them.

A Yes is not always a Yes!

[aatsana194 · 9/10 · 29 September 2021]

Si (2021) is a remarkable depiction of the ambiguity the word 'YES' holds in itself. Sometimes a yes is motivated by the circumstances while in other cases it's the past incidents that maneuver your thoughts into a slightly different path.

Si is a short film that explores the concepts of consent and ethical complexities. It depicts how the brutal never ending effects of coercion of power and assault can leave one disturbed. Anita asks Carlo if he's ever been roofied as she prepares a pint or two. Anita, perplexed by the inquiry, tells him that it happened to her on a trip to Cancun. Carlo has serious reservations about continuing while the two make out on Anita's couch, and the two have a discussion regarding coercion and consent.

The concepts of permission and control are two major themes that Si explores. Carlo, Anita believes, is still exerting authority over Anita by being a gentleman and turning away from a sexual encounter. He may be attempting to do the right thing, but he is depriving her of her ability to choose what she desires. It's intriguing how it pushes viewers to "truly" consider concerns of control and power and emphasise the fact that certain things can be seen from different aspects and not necessarily have one door open towards them.

All in all, Si makes a powerful statement and raises awareness on the standards of ethical grounds men or women generally hold. In a world full of 'NO'S', understanding the actual 'YES' is very significant, not for someone else, but for your own morality and ethical standards, so that later in your life you don't feel guilty about your pleasures. Proceeding with caution at every stage in your life is the message Si gives out very nicely.

Informative and Exciting.

[imdbreviews-29256 · 9/10 · 1 October 2021]

Informative and Exciting.

Martin Ponferrada directs this short film Sí about a young lady who has experienced sexual harassment in the past. This film not only reveals the importance of consent but also the social-cultural differences between individuals and in this case Anita a man she meets at the pub.

The film starts with Anita drinking alone when a man approaches her. In sort of reversed roles, Anita flirts with the man and ends up inviting him over to her house. Back in the house as Anita continues her flirtatious advances, she eventually opens up and reveals a dark secret about herself. She has been roofied or drugged in the past while she was on a date.

The film even though short leaves the audience in a thought-provoking state as we are left wondering whether Anita has healed after the nasty experience. Are her decisions and judgment well thought, or are they a result of the emotional and psychological trauma of what happened to her? Judging by her behavior in the film, I would conclude it's the latter. Psychological trauma often leaves most individuals struggling with distressing emotions, memories, and anxiety. It can also lead to personality changes, which can explain Anita's reckless behavior. The importance of sexual consent from both sides is also clearly illustrated as we see that even though Anita has consented, she is forced to respect the man's boundaries. Sexual consent can sometimes be misunderstood. Consciousness and understanding of sexual consent is an increasingly contested issue, especially in dating. Consent should be voluntary and not coerced.

The disappointing aspect of the film is that it is relatively short. I believe most of the audiences would love to get the backstory of both characters in more detail. The audience will also be left wondering how the film eventually ends.

An Interesting Movie

[ainanoor-31202 · 10/10 · 2 October 2021]

The Spanish short film "Si" is an interesting short story that engages its audience with quite entertaining factors that help the audience know more about the cultural factors nowadays among the young generation. The overall story of this short film is quite unique when it comes to the traditional short film that only focuses on particular areas. The film begins with a bar where an attractive woman is drinking and meet a guy. They discuss the guy's pronunciation while drinking. The start of the short film reveals that the director of the film will focus on the different factors associated with the youngsters who are going to be involved in serious discussions about themselves.

This Spanish short film is actually the story of a couple who meet in bars and then spend time with each other to know more about the lives of each other. In short, the film beings with a formal discussion that ends up deciding to meet a place. Then we see the couple in an apartment. The short film proceeds with their conversation about random subjects such as book reading and other stories. This scenario elaborates the efforts of both of the newly met couple to be comfortable with each other.

As the story begins, the short film focuses on their conversation, leading the audience to understand their intentions. The way they talk with each other about sex, along with many other things, make the short film's storyline entertaining for the audience, who become curious about the further story of the film after the beginning of the couple's meeting. I believe this story is potential for most of the audience who want to watch such meeting of the strangers that ends up with the friendship or any other relation.

The way they talk and their words made me think about the director's approach while making this short film. I think the major concept behind the storyline of this Spanish short film is to elaborate the major aspects regarding the young generation, especially when they meet to their opposite gender and want to proceed their talk to some relationship. The major things that the newly met couple must be taken care of are also revealed to focus on the major factors that play a vital role in the success of a new relation. The overall storyline of this Spanish short film is quite entertaining that not only suggests the audience learn how to talk with the opposite gender, but it also suggests how to be comfortable with each other even in the first meeting. I suggest the people, especially the youngsters, watch this short film to give them interesting knowledge such as a man's ethics after picking up an attractive woman at a bar.

Talk That Talk

[gerardtownsendgt · 10/10 · 1 October 2021]

This 2021 short film is an engrossing tale about the main characters' struggles to make decisions. This little play explores the concept of consent and what it means to be a victim. When a young guy meets a beautiful lady in a bar, his moral judgments are tested when a sad discovery reveals the woman's past.

Anita exemplifies the critical nature of sexual consent. The plot develops as a result of both characters' mental struggles. Anita's choice to say yes embodies the accomplishments of women who have attained mental strength. Sexual activity must always be consented to by both participants. Anita encountered both scenarios throughout her life; she wished she could say no but could not do so in one. She lacked the ability to refuse.

The short film's plot boldly leaves much to the audience's interpretation and omits explanations of victimhood. When we refer to someone as a victim, we imply that they are treated poorly or unjustly as a result of their allegation. This is in no way a detriment to the character-driven narrative, which places a premium on the connection between the two protagonists and gradually develops each of them to explain the schism. The audience's interest is piqued by the characters as well as their adventure. The film is worth having a look at.

Martin Ponferrada's short film

[wm-53874 · 10/10 · 2 October 2021]

Martin Ponferrada's short film 'Si' is like no other movie ever made. In the film, a young man named Carlo (Carlo Sardan) meets a woman named Anita. They instantly hit it off and form a connection. So much so that Anita invites Carlo to her place. After a long fun conversation, Anita fills up a nightcap and asks one extremely interesting question. She asked Carlo if he has ever been roofied before. The question takes him by surprise but it starts a whole another conversation between them. Anita confesses about an incident that happened with her during a trip to Cancun. The two get more comfortable with each other but Carlo suddenly has second thoughts about taking it any further. It quickly turns into a deep conversation about compulsion and consent. Si highlights a very common issue that people mostly avoid talking about. It highlights the idea of consent in the simplest way possible. The 8 minute long short film leaves the audience with many questions that should be raised when meeting someone new. At its core, the film is not only about the usual "no" reaction, but from the perspective of women who says yes. What does that yes imply when it is coming from a woman who has been raped or taken advantage of before? What does it imply when a guy says no? Is it out of respect and care? These are some of the questions that we need to ask ourselves when meeting a potential significant other. The concept of Si is incredibly strong and powerful. Ponferrada has done a spectacular job at conveying this important message into our lives with this movie. The film may be short but it takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions and at the end, it teaches a powerful lesson to both men and women about the idea of asking for consent.