I'm a Mitzvah

Name: I'm a Mitzvah
Director: Ben Berman
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2014-01-01
Duration: 19 min
Cast: Ben Schwartz, Lainie Kazan, Erick Chavarria, Alejandro Patiño, Alicia Benavides

2014Dir. Ben Berman19m

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I'm a Mitzvah is a curious blend of comedy and drama that focuses on a young man navigating grief and friendship in a rather unusual setting—rural Mexico. The film has a distinctly laid-back vibe, almost meditative, as it unfolds over the course of one night. The atmosphere feels both intimate and surreal, partly due to its striking visuals and naturalistic performances. The pacing is contemplative, allowing the emotional weight of the story to settle in while interspersing moments of levity. It’s got this unique quality of balancing humor with the heaviness of loss, making it a bit of an oddball in the short film landscape. The practical effects are minimal, but the way it captures the essence of a bond that transcends even death is what stands out for me.

Unique blend of comedy and dramaIntimate storytelling with a surreal touchExplores themes of friendship and loss