Boo

I was NOT expecting this - in the best way possible. I love how this film navigates real-life challenges in the most surprising way. Kept me intrigued and on my toes the whole time. The acting was great - so natural. The filmmaking was excellent. I loved the choice of music. I loved how the shots were covered. The editing is paced so well & there are some really fun ways in which the film bends time. Any "effects" are the right amount of appropriate for the genre without being cheesy. I'm not usually into scary films, but this one adds enough depth that I truly enjoyed it. Bravo - how fun!! Can't wait to see what's next for this talented filmmaker!!

Boo is so cleverly written, it had my heart racing! Brilliantly acted by an outstanding cast. Each one of them are super talented and I'd love to see more. If I could give it more stars I would ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's amazing how Rakefet packs so much intensity into such a short screenplay. She knows how to create the mood, draw you in and take you to a place you didn't think you were going to go. Having seen Jax in Love, I knew I'd be in for a treat with Boo and Rakefet does not disappoint. She is an outstanding filmmaker, writer, actor and all round creative. Do yourself a favour and watch Boo.

I had the pleasure of seeing Boo at Scares That Care in Williamsburg Virginia. It caught my interest from start to finish and I loved every bit of it. I definitely recommend checking it out!

"Boo" delivers a lot in just 15 minutes; interesting premise, great production value, and a cast that delivers the goods.

Really enjoyed the ride and recommend you take it yourself... Bravo

Plot

Devi is an addict attending the latest rehabilitation meeting. Desperate she's trying to hide this from her boyfriend but unexpected events make that difficult.

Cast

Rakefet Abergel and Josh Kelly do a passable enough job in this minimalistic piece, the former leading directing and writing!

Verdict

I wasn't sure quite where Boo was going at first, in fact until the end you don't really have any idea why this would even be labelled a horror short. It's a slow burner yet doesn't bore, when things kick in it's intriguing but doesn't give too much away. Then when the twist sets in it's pretty darn impressive, simple yet impressive.

I really enjoyed it and would love to see the creators do something more substantial. It's not big and glossy, it's simple and well handled.

Rants

Everyone glamorizes or even sexualizes vampires but can we get real for a second? Vampires or rather the act of drinking blood from a persons neck wouldn't be sexual, it wouldn't be sensuous, it would be Dusk Til Dawn-esque. Namely blood sprays everywhere and you'd die painfully! Get over that fantasy ladies, it'd not feel good and the dying thing is less than sexy as well.

The Good

• Masterfully constructed
• Solid finale
• Great lead

The Bad

• Slow burn may not appeal to all.