TIFF 2024: Deck 5B Short Film
If you’re looking for a short film that packs an emotional punch, Deck 5B by Malin Ingrid Johansson is one to watch at TIFF 2024. This 15-minute Swedish drama might be brief, but it leaves a lasting impact, thanks to its powerful narrative and stellar performance by Alma Pöysti.
Plot Overview: A Mother’s Struggle
Deck 5B centers around a woman caught in the complex push-and-pull of her responsibilities as a mother and her own personal desires. Alma Pöysti’s character is torn between caring for her young son and the yearning for independence and self-fulfillment. Set against the backdrop of a stark, intimate environment, the film explores the delicate balance between parenthood and self-identity.
Johansson masterfully portrays the internal conflict of a mother who feels pulled in two directions, making the audience empathize with her emotional journey. In just 15 minutes, the film captures the heartache, guilt, and longing that many parents face.
A Brief But Powerful Story
At only 15 minutes, Deck 5B proves that short films can have just as much depth and emotional complexity as feature-length dramas. Malin Ingrid Johansson’s direction is subtle yet evocative, allowing the film to resonate long after the credits roll. The concise runtime only enhances the story’s intensity, delivering an emotional gut-punch in a short span of time.
Showtimes for Deck 5B at TIFF 2024:
- Thursday, September 5: Scotiabank Theatre Toronto at 8:00 pm
- Friday, September 6: Scotiabank Theatre Toronto (Press & Industry) at 1:30 pm
- Thursday, September 12: Scotiabank Theatre Toronto at 5:45 pm
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