Everybody Dies… Sometimes – Short Movie Review
How should a therapist react when, during their first meeting, a patient tells him that by the end of the session, he will be dead, and she will have killed him? This situation marks the beginning of “Everybody Dies… Sometimes”.
Plot
Mara’s life hasn’t been easy. She’s really struggled because of her intense anxiety. She believes that somehow, anyone who gets close to her ends up dying. Because of this, she thinks her loved ones are doomed to die early if they’re around her. As a result, Mara is lonely and awkward, with no friends and no lasting relationships. But then she finds out she’s pregnant, and suddenly, she’s got to deal with her fear of death. She’s about to start the most important relationship of her life, and she knows she can’t let her anxiety control her anymore.
Directed and written by Charlotte Hamblin, this short drama nails a tough balance. It dives into our fears and feelings about death and how we cope, but it also keeps a quirky edge. It’s filled with clever humor and a playful vibe.
The director smartly uses flashbacks to show us why Mara thinks she’s the reason people around her are dying. In just under four minutes, we get a quick journey through Mara’s life. Tanya Reynolds (“Sex Education”) delivers an outstanding performance, seamlessly blending comedy and drama. Matthew Horne (“Bad Education”) does a great job as the therapist, really adding to the mix. “Everybody Dies… Sometimes” is an incredibly touching film, packed with sharp, dark humor, deep thoughts, and real bravery. I absolutely loved every one of the nine minutes of it.
Rating 81/100
“Everybody Dies Sometimes” can be watched below:
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