The Kid

Name: The Kid
Director: Nicholas Wenger
Genre: Science Fiction
Released: 2018-01-01
Duration: 6 min
Cast: Ellen Wroe, Evan Alex, Jerod Meagher, Drew Moore, Anthony Oh

2018Dir. Nicholas Wenger6m

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The Kid (2018) dives deep into a gritty version of downtown LA, where a woman and a boy are constantly on the run, showcasing a mix of tension and urgency. The tone is suffused with a sense of dread yet carries moments of warmth between the characters. The pacing is raw and unrefined, perfectly matching the chaos of their environment. The practical effects used are commendable for this budget, lending an authenticity to the dangers they face. Performances are surprisingly strong; the chemistry between the leads is palpable, grounding the more fantastical elements of the plot. It's distinctive in how it merges science fiction with a very human story of survival, creating an atmosphere that's both tense and oddly hopeful.

Gritty urban settingStrong character dynamicsInteresting blend of sci-fi and human emotion