Concrete Baby

About This Movie

Concrete Baby is a gritty little thriller that plays with the anxiety of online relationships. Linus, the protagonist, has this naive hope as he sets out on what he thinks is a romantic date with his ideal match. That’s where the tension starts to build. The pacing feels deliberate, creating this uneasy atmosphere that keeps you guessing about where it’s all heading. The performances are raw, especially in how they capture Linus's confusion and dread. There’s minimal reliance on flashy effects; instead, it leans on practical, grounded choices that heighten the sense of realism. The themes swirl around deception and the vulnerabilities we expose for connection, making it a distinct piece, if not a conventional one.

Limited releaseNot widely knownUnderrated exploration of online dating