Too Much Water
Too Much Water

Movie spotlight

Too Much Water

2012
Movie
14 min
Spanish

A young woman vacationing in a lonely country house, fills her backyard pool every night found in it empty by the morning. Strange neighbors and even stranger circumstances start to getting her paranoid about where the water is actually going.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Benny Safdie, Josh SafdieGenres: Drama, Short Film

Plot Summary

Two young men navigate the gritty streets of New York City, dealing with the consequences of their actions and their relationships. The film captures a raw and often bleak portrayal of urban life, focusing on themes of struggle, loyalty, and the search for identity amidst challenging circumstances. It offers a glimpse into a specific subculture and the everyday realities faced by its inhabitants.

Critical Reception

As a short film, 'Too Much Water' received limited widespread critical review. However, it has been recognized within independent film circles for its raw authenticity and the distinctive directorial style of the Safdie brothers, foreshadowing their later acclaimed works. Audience reception tends to highlight its unflinching realism and potent atmosphere.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic and gritty depiction of urban youth.

  • Noted for the emerging directorial voice of the Safdie brothers.

  • Criticized by some for its bleakness and lack of a conventional narrative arc.

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Awards & Accolades

None notable for this short film.

Fun Fact

This short film was an early collaboration between the Safdie brothers, who would later go on to direct acclaimed features such as 'Good Time' and 'Uncut Gems'.

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