Coffee Break
Coffee Break

Movie spotlight

Coffee Break

2022
Movie
1 min
English

Coffee Break is my first ever short film in college. It focuses on a guy who is having a late night and needs to get an assignment done. He decides to get a cup of coffee and then feels that sudden burst of energy.

Insights

Director: Max McGuireGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

During a short coffee break at a sterile office, two colleagues find themselves in an increasingly bizarre and surreal situation. As the mundane setting devolves into absurdity, their brief respite from work becomes an unexpected and hilarious existential journey. The film explores the quiet desperation and strange occurrences that can punctuate everyday life.

Critical Reception

Coffee Break was generally well-received by critics and audiences for its unique blend of deadpan humor and surreal storytelling. Its short format was praised for delivering a concentrated dose of wit and absurdity, making it a memorable festival piece.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative and absurd humor.

  • Appreciated for its concise and impactful storytelling.

  • Noted for its effective use of a mundane setting for comedic effect.

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Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot on location in a single office environment to emphasize its claustrophobic and surreal atmosphere.

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