Play Me Like That

From playful, sisterly antics to moments of grief and raw emotion, this film shows some of the most intimate, tender moments a relationship can have. Play Me Like That movingly portrays a bond between two sisters. I could feel the history behind Slipper and Crescent, as well as their friendship. I love the blend of more intense dialogue between the sisters woven in with light-hearted dancing and laughter.

The character, Slipper, played by Nicole Gabriella Scipione is especially captivating. Slipper possesses a child-likeness that contrasts with her sister's more practical personality. Slipper is whimsical, passionate, earnest. It's really her story I was brought into, I could feel her longing.

The film is so expertly written and so beautifully acted it immediately pulled me in. It was poetic, heartfelt, sad yet peaceful. I highly recommend Play Me Like That!!

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.

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.

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 moving film beautifully explores the bond of sisterhood. It's quiet moments and honest conversations are powerful and authentic - it's a very touching and accurate portrayal. A talented actress, Nicole Scipione presents a script that is nuanced and delicate, funny and raw, whimsical without ever being trite. The direction brings the gorgeous poetic dialogue to life in something that is next door to realism. Lovely performances all around - Alina Phelan particularly shines in her roll, and she and Scipione have a lovely chemistry together. This is a touching, intimate portrait of shared pain, resilience, and the strength of familial love.