It's a short film, a final college project that shows the maturity of a future filmmaker.
Francisco Manuel Sousa is a serious case of national talent. Just be aware of this his first short film, the last days. The most extraordinary feature of this film is that his project it is his work for his final year of college. This youngster shows great maturity in the way he approaches film and the theme of generational miscommunication. The early scenes hold the viewer immediately. Liked already the first take, is brilliant the way he captures the look of also talented protagonist, Joana Belo, note that the camera already is in love the face of this young actress. The ending is unexpected and clever; hence my highest score for the script. It's a very exciting movie, we cannot imagine the outcome that leads the character Luisa to the irreducible decision that will change the course of her life forever, and it reminds me of the films of director M. Night Shyamalan. Maybe there is an influence there. My last comment goes to the small group of actors, I have already spoken of the leading actress, however, the remaining cast does a consistent job. Francisco Manuel Sousa has to be congratulated on this matter; he knew how to choose the right people for his little project. "The last days" is thus an excellent visiting card and also carries a great responsibility, so raises expectations even more for this next project. I look forward for this new opportunity. Now get scared or not, the choice is yours. Good cinema.
