Gorilla

About This Movie

Gorilla is a curious little gem, running just ten minutes but packing a lot into that brief runtime. It centers around Alli, this spirited six-year-old who just wants to join her sister and her friend in their princess world. The friction between the big girls and Alli feels genuine, especially the way they dismiss her – calling her a gorilla because of her scruffiness. There's an interesting contrast in the themes of childhood innocence and rejection, which plays out beautifully even in such a short format. The pacing is brisk, yet it allows for some sweet moments that highlight Alli's determination. The practical effects are minimal but effective, enhancing that raw, unpolished childhood experience. It’s a film that resonates with the struggles of fitting in.

Short runtime makes it easy to fit in collectionsGreat example of children's emotional strugglesCaptures the essence of sibling relationships