Sam can't think of any sins to tell the priest at his first confession. He worries that he won't be a real Catholic if the priest doesn't absolve him of some misdeed. Jacob, Sam's friend, devises a solution in the form of a prank, but the result is tragic.
Lewis Howlett
Sam
Joe Eales
Jacob
James Simmons
Priest
Emma Atkins
Teacher
Peter John Mossford
Farmer Collins
Aran Bell
Sam's Father
Helen Hull
Sam's Mother
Becky Hull
Sam's Sister
Corrine Millson-Crane
Woman in Car
Sonu Louis
Man in Car
Evelyn Millson-Crane
Child in Car
Director, Writer
Tanel Toom
Writer
Caroline Bruckner
April 7, 2024
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With their first confession looming large, two young lads - "Sam" (Lewis Howlett) and his best pal "Jacob" (Joe Eales) are quite apprehensive. They've no real need to be - it's not like they are axe-murderers or anything, but maybe that's the problem. They have done nothing, not even the slightest naughty thing. Moreover, they don't want to war a frock either... A rehearsal - yep, let's use a bag of crisps as the communion wafer then what might they actually say when it comes down to it? Methinks a prank is in order - otherwise the priest will be bored! Into the farmer's field they go to make some mischief with the scarecrow and his plodding tractor - but yikes, does it all go tragically wrong. As the ramifications of their actions and behaviour dawn on them more, they must make some very tough choices - but will they do what is right? The second part of this drama is much darker, more tautly directed and more potent and it also showcases a pretty strong performance from the young Howlett as his character's conscience becomes increasingly troubled. Maybe just a little on the long side, but it's still quite a compelling short feature to watch, inviting us to take a view on the entire concept of priestly absolution...
Status:
Released
Original Language:
English
Budget:
$0.00
Revenue:
$0.00