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I had the thrill of viewing the film, "Play Me Like That" staring, Nicole Gabriella Scipione as Slipper and Alina Phelan as Crescent whom are sisters in this beautiful story of sisterly love and their magical relationship.

Their onscreen relationship will make you believe they are sisters off screen as it is pure magic.

The story is about two wild, fun-loving, hippy-type, free-spirited sisters whom both long to have a child and their journey going forward to achieve that goal, along with the emotions attached to making that dream a reality.

Their magical relationship screams of the love they have for one another as well as the love in their hearts for the unborn child they long to have and be a part of one another lives.

The onscreen relationship between Nicole and Allina is just like they were real blood-bonded sisters.

They portrayed their parts with beauty, grace and love for one another in the onscreen parts they portrayed.

The music was beautiful and very fitting for the film.

You will need to be prepared to laugh, cry, and have a plethora of emotions as you take this journey with the sisters.

I look forward to more of Nicole's brilliant work in film being seen very soon.

A tender and refreshingly honest portrait of sisterhood, this short film captures the quiet complexities of love, resentment, and reconciliation between two women. It thoughtfully explores the rarely depicted emotional terrain of two sisters at a crossroads, as they face a life-changing decision that will alter their relationship. The performances from the cast are superb and heartfelt. What comes about is a film that takes you on a journey of the heartbreaking and hopeful, as our protagonist comes to terms with the unexpected and her own personal journey and hopes for motherhood. A reminder that what we plan for and expect might not always be what we receive.

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!!

Skillfully and sensitively directed by Julianna Robinson, Play Me Like That is both affecting and, at times, quite funny, with a powerhouse lead performance by Nicole Gabriella Scipione and an impressive supporting cast, featuring Alina Phelan, Silas Weir Mitchell, Pamela Shaddock and Onahoua Rodriguez - all doing distinguished work as well. The chemistry between Scipione and Phelan as sisters is palpable, and Mitchell has a scene-stealing turn as an unapologetic jerk. In addition, Robinson and the production team deserve particular praise for the superbly curated soundtrack, which manages to support the emotional heft of the piece without ever being intrusive. This is an excellent, richly rewarding short film which deserves to find a wide audience.

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.

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.

I very much enjoyed this sweet, powerful short film. The script was insightful and sincere, unique and moving. I empathized with the main character, and believed in her relationship with her sister. I was drawn into their dilemma. Both of these performances were truthful and honest. The art class scene was hilarious, and a nice change of pace, with a great cameo by Silas Weir Mitchell. All elements of the film seemed very professional: smart, concise script, well lit cinematography, clear and focused direction, etc. The final scene was very poignant. Overall, it seemed a labor of love by all involved, and was an enjoyable watch.

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.

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.

I absolutely loved this film, it felt raw, vulnerable, relatable, quirky and poignant. I felt Slippers longing, but also insistence to see redemptive beauty and feel deep down emotions. There was pain around expectation vs reality a very real and human desire to be treasured, communicated to and loved. I also felt like it was safe for my soul, and the sound track was spectacular.

I absolutely loved this film, it felt raw, vulnerable, relatable, quirky and poignant. I felt Slippers longing, but also insistence to see redemptive beauty and feel deep down emotions. There was pain around expectation vs reality a very real and human desire to be treasured, communicated to and loved. I also felt like it was safe for my soul, and the sound track was spectacular.

I may be a bit biased, as I was fortunate enough to be a part of this film, but I really love the story and relationship that the audience is privy to. Honest and sad, at times, when these two sisters who support and love each other have to also come to grips with some hard truths. It's hard to hurt the ones we love and I love how this film handles tough moments. As a woman who struggled with fertility, I can relate to grasping at any way possible to start a family. But when it comes down to the final method, one must really weigh the pros and cons of each scenario. Watching these two sisters navigate a tricky conversation- In the least ideal situation, is heartwarming and bittersweet.

This is a love letter that is beautifully written with amazing imagery in the dialogue. The performances are amazing. Filled with emotion and honesty that carry's one along on this journey of longing, hope and discovery. There is also a rawness in this short that is so powerful one cannot be anything but in awe of this accomplishment. The story may start a bit unconnected at first but stay with it because they discovery is well worth the time. It is a journey worth taking. It also shows how a short film can weave so much into its characters that one sees a whole lifetime of relationships and loss that many feature length films never achieve. BRAVO to one and all in this production!

Play Me Like That draws you in at the very first scene and keeps you close the entire time. This film is emotionally layered, it is funny, awkward, gritty, lovely, hard to watch, and genuine.

It is a story about the love we have for family. It is a story about the desire we have for family. It is a story about giving and receiving love.

This film doesn't shy away from how hard it is to be in a relationship. It shows the beauty and the difficulty in love.

Nicole Gabriella Scipione and Julianna Robinson both give their all in these performances. They draw you in immediately, and their emotional performances are wonderful.

Play Me Like That is a touching story, exploring the complicated, playful, and sacrificial relationship between two sisters. This short is beautifully shot with a soundtrack that elevates the story at just the right moments. The relationship between the sisters is believable and reveals a vulnerability inherent in our intimate family and friends. I appreciated the complexity of people's decisions and how those affect others, even when the consequences are painfully unintentional. Though the story was heartbreaking at moments, the overall feel is one of hope and connection. The film captures the balance of humor and heart, and the audience is ultimately left wondering what they would do. Would they offer such a sacrifice?

A sweet quirky short film about sisters, (and what they are willing to do for each other,) lead by a tour de force performance by Nicole Gabriella Scipione, who is a luminous presence on the screen. I laughed, I cried. I cared about these sisters...a testament to the strong performances, and the equally strong direction and marvelous writing.

It is rare the short film you encounter that enraptures you every moment, right up until it quickly, too quickly, concludes. Left me wanting so much more. The performances are so good you forget they are performances at all. I resonated deeply with the raw emotions on display in the film, and yet it was as if my own emotions were clarified so well, the movie felt truer than true. A feeling of, "Oh, that's what my heart wanted to say!" There are so many kinds of longing. I thank the filmmaker for exploring this particular flavor, and I hope we see much more from her. Her voice is pitch perfect!

'Play Me Like That' is a powerful short that explores sisterhood, sacrifice, and love with care and depth. Scipione delivers a standout performance that feels deeply authentic. Her emotion is captivating, and she carries the story with grace and honesty. Every moment she is on screen feels real and lived in.

The dynamic between the sisters is both tender and complex. The film is beautifully shot, with music that enhances each emotional beat. This is a heartfelt and memorable piece that leaves a lasting impression.

I would love to see this expanded into a feature. Scipione's performance deserves it.

"Play Me Like That" invites you into a world of color and big emotions. This story offers a tiny taste into the sometimes chaotic, often profound, world of sibling relationships and finding meaning in our lives. As a psychologist and sister, I found myself moved with the familiar tension between loving & longing, as I watched the two sisters work through some of the big existential questions: how do we connect to eachother and how do we leave an impact in the world?

Paired with ample play, laughter, and meaningful music I found it a great invitation to connect not only to the characters but to the familiar emotions they portrayed. I highly recommend to those that want to laugh, cry, and reflect on what it means to be human.

Now I want to know what happens next!

Nicole Gabriella Scipione has given us a beautiful balance of head, heart and hands. Sisters plan zany, fun things together. You will laugh till your side hurts.

Nicole exposes her heart with the love that two sisters raised in the same home can possibly come up with while carrying out their wild experiments.

The sisters exhibit incredibly believable performances as they bring their skills to our delighted eyes.

The director melded it all together with perfection of head, heart and hands.

You will finish this film with more hope and happiness than you expected when you began. It's so worth your time.

Play Me Like That is a beautiful portrait of sisterhood and sacrifice. Slipper and Crescent take you on a modern hippies' journey that tackles family ties, living life fearlessly and full of zest, and giving of yourself wholly and the vulnerability that comes with it.

This film is simultaneously uplifting and heart wrenching mixed in between laugh out loud moments of wit and human foibles. Phelan and Scipione give moving and raw performances as sisters Crescent and Slipper with an incredible supporting cast rounding out the rich array of emotional nuances. The storytelling is poetic and whimsical, and it is truly worth watching.

This beautiful short is filled with passion, trust and Faith! The two actors that play sisters Nicole and Alina have dynamic chemistry as they weave through their story with laughter and heartbreak. You become invested in them in their story. The incredible shots were carefully created and beautifully lit! You can tell the director wanted a cohesive flow as we follow each moment! The cinematography was such a delight in this short! Drawing you in as things unfolded.