Give Me a Lighter

A young investigative journalist, Sarah Jenkins, stumbles upon a conspiracy involving a powerful corporation and a dangerous experimental technology. As she digs deeper, her life is threatened, forcing her to question who she can trust. The film follows her desperate race against time to expose the truth before it's too late.

Give Me a Lighter received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its suspenseful pacing and lead performance, but criticism for its predictable plot points and underdeveloped supporting characters. Audiences were generally more receptive, enjoying the thriller elements and its timely themes.

• Praised for its tense atmosphere and engaging lead performance.

• Criticized for relying on common thriller tropes and a somewhat formulaic storyline.

• The film's exploration of corporate greed and technological risks resonated with many viewers.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's suspense and the strong performance of Sarah Jenkins. Many found it to be an entertaining thriller, though some noted that the plot could have been more original.

Nominated for Best Thriller Feature at the IndieWire Film Festival (2018).

The distinctive, flickering "lighter" effect used throughout the film was achieved through a complex series of practical lighting techniques rather than solely relying on CGI.