Play Me Like That

Play Me Like That is a tender, emotionally layered short that leaves a lasting impression. Nicole Gabriella Scipione delivers a near-acrobatic performance-balancing vulnerability, wit, and remarkable emotional range. The film explores identity, memory, and human connection through striking visual poetry and writing that feels both intelligent and alive. Every moment feels intentional and true, with small gestures carrying deep emotional weight. A quiet triumph that rewards close attention-this team clearly poured their hearts and souls into creating something unforgettable and profoundly moving.

This short is filled with honesty and sensitivity. Nicole Scipione's writing is grounded in her intuitive way of seeing life and her devotion to the unseen, spiritual magic that surrounds us.

The performances are spare yet profound, with a woven magic of possibilities and connections. At the center lies the complicated relationship between women and identity. I appreciated how these heavy topics were handled with a gentle touch, never overbearing.

I had the chance to see this piece live at a festival and to hear the crew speak during the Q&A, which added an extra layer of insight and made the experience even more meaningful.

A tender and refreshingly honest portrait of an unconventional soul, the short film "Play Me Like That" captures the quiet complexities of artistry, isolation, and the profound need to be understood. It thoughtfully explores the rarely depicted emotional terrain of an outsider artist at a crossroads, as she navigates a world that often dismisses what it cannot easily define.

At the heart of this moving piece is Nicole Scipione's superb and heartfelt portrayal of Slipper. Her performance is nothing short of heartwarming, bringing a beautiful complexity and deep humanity to a character who is so often relegated to the margins of storytelling. Scipione ensures that Slipper is never a caricature but a fully realized, misunderstood individual whose unique way of seeing the world is her greatest strength. It is a genuine privilege to see a character like this represented with such empathy and depth, a portrayal that feels both rare and necessary.

What unfolds is a film that takes you on a journey of the heartbreaking and hopeful, as our protagonist uses her artistic spirit to communicate, connect, and ultimately come to terms with her place in the world.

This tender, whimsical short film explores the complex layers of sisterhood, longing, and love. With moments that are laugh out loud funny and also deeply moving, the film balances its emotional core with a vibrant city backdrop, quirky, yet relatable characters, and poetic narration that will linger long after. At the center is the radiant Nicole Gabriella Scipione, writer and lead, whose performance is breathtaking. She brings raw vulnerability and warmth to the screen, portraying a woman caught between dreams and the beauty of acceptance. An honest and emotionally resonant piece. A celebration of family, promises, and the truths we must face. It's a film worth watching more than once.

The film titled, "Play Me Like That" was a work of art.

It was filed with lots of emotion.

It touched on a serious subject, but through creativity and humor the message did shine through.

The acting was suburb and each character nailed their part.

The characters all played off of one another and Nicole's diverse acting skills were terrific.

She showed so many emotions from happy to sad.

The scene where the actors were in the artist studio was tastefully done. Just enough skin was tastefully shown to not distract from the message in the studio scene.

In conclusion, I feel this film was a masterpiece. The fact it was a short film was even more amazing.

I feel the parts that each actor portrayed fit them and their personalities immensely.

I enjoyed this film and look forward to more of Nicole's work in the future.

I give this film two thumbs up.