This short film has a tight premise with an even tighter script. There's some clever moments and some well placed story beats. But things kind of fall apart near the end where the final story beat lacks the climax and punch it deserved.
The characters serve the story well, with an entertaining performance by Natsumi Fukoda as our leading lady. But there are a few flaws in the overall directing of the film. Some scenes feel too overdramatic for their own good and would add to the chilling nature of the film if it was toned down a bit.
The soundtrack is pretty good, too. Grimy, dark and suspenseful. Perfectly suiting the tone of the film.
The Nail That Sticks Out isn't a bad film by any means. The writing, the soundtrack and some of the acting are there. But with a few hiccups in the directing department, it's still a short film worth checking out.
The characters serve the story well, with an entertaining performance by Natsumi Fukoda as our leading lady. But there are a few flaws in the overall directing of the film. Some scenes feel too overdramatic for their own good and would add to the chilling nature of the film if it was toned down a bit.
The soundtrack is pretty good, too. Grimy, dark and suspenseful. Perfectly suiting the tone of the film.
The Nail That Sticks Out isn't a bad film by any means. The writing, the soundtrack and some of the acting are there. But with a few hiccups in the directing department, it's still a short film worth checking out.