Glove
Glove

Glove

2011Movie144 minKorean

Star baseball player and national hero Sang-nam finds his career in jeopardy when he gets involved in a drunken brawl. His promoter, Charles, advises him to volunteer his time somewhere sympathetic to improve his public image. The place: a school for the deaf. The service: coaching its baseball team.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Ben CrispGenres: Drama, Short

Plot Summary

A short film exploring themes of isolation and connection through the story of a man who finds a single glove. The narrative delves into his internal world as he contemplates the glove's origin and the person who might have lost it. His solitary existence is subtly contrasted with the potential for human interaction, even in the absence of direct contact. The film uses a minimalist approach to convey a profound sense of longing and the universal human desire for companionship.

Critical Reception

Glove was primarily screened at film festivals and received positive, albeit limited, critical attention for its atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth. Reviewers often highlighted its contemplative nature and effective use of silence to convey complex emotions. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its unique perspective on loneliness and connection.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant exploration of loneliness and the search for connection.
  • Appreciated for its minimalist aesthetic and evocative use of sound and silence.
  • Commended for its ability to create emotional resonance within a short runtime.

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Awards & Accolades

Screened at various international film festivals, including the Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival.

Fun Fact

The director, Ben Crisp, also stars in and wrote the screenplay for 'Glove', showcasing a singular creative vision for the short film.

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