Premortem
Premortem

Movie spotlight

Premortem

2019
Movie
13 min
English

After unknowingly cheating death, a teenager meets the grim reaper, who gives him 52 hours to live.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Director: T.J. Cim Cim CimGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A man wakes up to discover he has the ability to see the exact moment of his own death. He then has to grapple with the knowledge of his impending doom and how it affects his present life. The film explores themes of existential dread and the acceptance of mortality.

Critical Reception

Premortem received a modest reception, primarily within the independent film circuit. It was noted for its unique premise and T.J. Cim's performance, though some critics found the execution to be somewhat underdeveloped due to its short format.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thought-provoking concept.

  • Noted for T.J. Cim's earnest portrayal of a man facing his mortality.

  • Some felt the short runtime limited the exploration of its ambitious themes.

Google audience: Audience reception for Premortem is not widely available on Google platforms.

Fun Fact

The director, T.J. Cim, also stars in the film and wrote the script, drawing inspiration from personal reflections on mortality.

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