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The Smile Man

  • 2013
  • 9m
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7.3/10
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Willem Dafoe in The Smile Man (2013)
ComedyDramaShort

After a car accident, a man has to live the rest of his life with a smile on his face because of the nerve damage.After a car accident, a man has to live the rest of his life with a smile on his face because of the nerve damage.After a car accident, a man has to live the rest of his life with a smile on his face because of the nerve damage.

  • Director
    • Anton Lanshakov
  • Writer
    • Anton Lanshakov
  • Stars
    • Willem Dafoe
    • Camille Guaty
    • Jeremy Luke
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    1.8K
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    • Director
      • Anton Lanshakov
    • Writer
      • Anton Lanshakov
    • Stars
      • Willem Dafoe
      • Camille Guaty
      • Jeremy Luke
    • 11User reviews
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    Willem Dafoe
    Willem Dafoe
    • Willem
    Camille Guaty
    Camille Guaty
    • Irene
    Jeremy Luke
    Jeremy Luke
    • Shorty
    Damien D. Smith
    Damien D. Smith
    • Taxi Driver
    David St. James
    David St. James
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    Alexana Thomas
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    • Woman with cell phone
    • Director
      • Anton Lanshakov
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      • Anton Lanshakov
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    10dlracer2

    Sad it's not feature length.

    So much soul fleshed into characters for a short that's only 8 minutes long. Defoe is endearing and tugs on your emotions in the same short space of time you might find yourself laughing hilariously. Marvelous!
    8m_bound

    Hidden gem!!

    This movie had me laughing the full 9 minutes. At the same time I felt bad for The lead character. After the wreck, he loses his job at the funeral home because he can't quit smiling. You can't help but laugh but at the same time feel bad. Willem Defoe does a very good job and I think he was perfect for the role. There's a few twists and I don't want to ruin anything so give the short film a shot if you have the time.
    4markusandrew

    Willem Dafoe Shines in Unsettling Short Film 'The Smile Man

    "The Smile Man" is a haunting short film that features Willem Dafoe's exceptional acting skills. He portrays a character with an unnaturally wide and permanent smile, conveying his inner turmoil and anguish with subtlety. The film's cinematography, sound design, and music create an eerie atmosphere, building tension throughout. Overall, it's a well-crafted and thought-provoking film that leaves a lasting impression.

    Some critique: Explore more creative ways to build tension and suspense, and heighten the emotional impact of the story.

    Consider incorporating more dialogue to add depth to the character and provide insight into his inner thoughts and feelings.

    Explore different camera angles and shots to add visual interest and enhance the mood of the film.

    Consider incorporating additional visual elements such as flashbacks or dream sequences to help explain the character's backstory or motivations.

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    • Release date
      • June 15, 2013 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Russia
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Tabassum odam
    • Production company
      • Trigger Street Productions
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    • Runtime
      9 minutes
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      • 16:9 HD

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