In the Blind

This short film reveals a surprising depth of psychological and emotional truth. The script, the acting and the direction are as good as it gets. I particularly liked that the action of the film - 'action', for me, is psychological or it's just another car-chase movie - takes place within the tight confines of a duck blind. There's no escape. These two men must deal with their shared history and their present interpretations of it. They must consider such matters as the malleability of memory and confront their options: accept, forgive, move forward... or none of the above. In a brief time and in a small space, Davis Hall and company have given us a uniquely personal taste of what it is to be a human being on the planet in these times, our fragility and pain exposed. Specifically, the film addresses an Anglo Saxon, masculine fragility that has difficulty revealing itself, much less expressing itself. An Anglo Saxon female with my own fragility, and with significant experience with male fragility, I was moved to tears. This is fine storytelling. I am looking forward to what this brilliant company comes with next.

I was lucky enough to see "In the Blind" during a screening at Bard College showcasing a few films that were made in the Hudson Valley, and I must say I was blown away. Reminiscent of David Mamet's Glengarry Glen Ross or Cormac McCarthy's The Sunset Limited, this film takes place entirely in one location, and takes you for an emotional roller-coaster. The performances are near perfect, and the cinematography and set design were executed with great authenticity and precision. Taking place in the period of darkness just before dawn, the beautiful lighting is also something to take note of as it shifts into daylight throughout the entire film and acts as a catalyst to propel the well written narrative. It's power lies in it's simplicity. Truly a must see.

This short film was very engaging and interesting. It portrayed a very truthful look into 2 brothers as they uncover the relationships btwn themselves and their father. I loved the way it was shot. I felt i was right there in the small duck blind in the wee hours of the morning. Sitting and watching these two brothers as as they exposed themselves in various ways. THe viewer looks into into a critical moment in two brothers relationships and lives. The acting was subtle and their emotions were visible though just under the surface. The tension builds and no words are meaningless. It was well written, directed and acted. A powerful short film!