The Seal

This film is wonderfully made in terms of direction, cinematography, and performance, and I was very impressed when I saw it at a special screening. However, for me, where THE SEAL really shines is in the fact that it actually has something new to say about abuse and trauma, and does it without relying on current narratives or tropes, which seem to have become substitutes for storytelling and inquiry. Instead, THE SEAL provides a genuine artistic exploration of its subject with nuance and an interesting perspective. I will be watching the filmmakers future work with great interest and hope we see more very soon.