The director would do well to read a basic guide on directing, script writing, lighting, the development of mood, drama and especially obtaining a filmic look from a digital workflow. This film has the visual presence of a smartphone production. Not bad enough to be B grade schlock but not polished enough to stimulate any engagement. As a first effort it reflects the democratization of film making in the digital age. Any one can do it but should they? Getting a sharp well exposed result is easy but creating drama through lighting and an effective sound scape supporting a tight script is more difficult. This is no Mystery Road.
