Before You Can Blink
Before You Can Blink

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Before You Can Blink

2015
Movie
88 min
English

Sahara Teka is a beautiful young woman known for her raging temper and will stand up to anyone, except her abusive ex. When Mac comes to her rescue she falls in love and marries him after only 24 hours. Deep buried secrets about each other are slowly revealed putting their love and whirlwind marriage to a test that few can survive.

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IMDb7.7/10
Director: Matt PorterGenres: Drama, Short

Plot Summary

This short film explores the profound impact of a young boy's diagnosis of a rare disease and the emotional journey of his family as they navigate the challenges and cherish the moments they have together. It highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the strength found in family bonds when faced with adversity.

Critical Reception

Before You Can Blink is a poignant and deeply moving short film that has resonated with audiences for its sensitive portrayal of a difficult subject. While not widely reviewed by major critics due to its short format, it has been lauded for its emotional honesty and strong performances, particularly from its young lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional impact and effective storytelling within a short runtime.

  • Commended for its sensitive handling of a serious theme.

  • Noted for its powerful performances, especially from the child actor.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available for this short film.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Matt Porter, who also co-wrote and starred in it, drawing inspiration from personal experiences.

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