When Elvis Valderez is honourably discharge from the Navy, he heads to the small town of Corpus Christi in Texas. There he introduces himself to Pastor David Sandow, his long-lost father, soon becoming a stalwart member of the church.
A shy and awkward teenager, Dylan, is desperate to impress Sarah, the most popular girl in school, for a party. He believes his only chance is to learn how to dance and asks the school's resident dance expert, Chad, for help. Chad agrees, but only if Dylan can help him get a date with the girl he likes, leading to a series of humorous and challenging attempts to navigate teenage romance and social hierarchies.
As a short film, "The King" did not receive widespread critical reviews. However, it was recognized for its charming portrayal of teenage awkwardness and earnest performances, particularly from its young cast. It served as an early work for director James Ponsoldt, hinting at his future ability to capture authentic human experiences.
Google audience: Audience feedback for this short film is minimal, but generally positive, highlighting its charming narrative and enjoyable performances.
This short film was an early directorial effort for James Ponsoldt, who would later go on to direct acclaimed feature films like 'The Spectacular Now' and 'The End of the Tour'.
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