INDIVIUAL FILM ANALYSIS

 

NAME: SETH BEN EWUDZI

INDEX NUMBER: BFAMPP28001

INDIVIDUAL FILM ANALYSIS

                                         

 

Director: Ingrid Haas.

Writer: Ingrid Haas.

Casts: Ingrid Haas

         Barry Rothbart.

 

STORY AND THEME
The film evoked a mix of emotions humor, vulnerability, and a quiet sadness. It strikes a delicate balance between lightheartedness and the raw, painful reality of pregnancy loss. It was engaging from the start. The quirky yet intimate tone draws you in quickly, helped by witty dialogue and the relatable awkwardness between the couple. Still Wylde follows a couple navigating an unplanned pregnancy. Their relationship, filled with uncertainties and contradictions, is tested as life delivers unexpected challenges. The film explores how joy, uncertainty, grief, and resilience can coexist, especially in moments that are typically seen as life milestones. Yes, there’s an emotional shift midway that redefines the story’s tone.

 

                       

Despite the short runtime, the characters felt authentic — flawed, uncertain, and emotionally layered. Absolutely. Ingrid Haas, also the writer-director, gives a vulnerable yet witty performance, while Barry Rothbart complements her with understated, realistic acting.
Gertie (Haas) stands out positively — her emotional complexity and sardonic humor drive the film. No character stood out negatively. The characters relationship felt genuine, awkward, familiar, affectionate, but strained, reflecting the complicated reality of many modern couples.

CINEMATOGRAPHY
The cinematography was clean, naturalistic, and intimate, enhancing the film's personal tone.
Close-ups on the characters’ faces during key emotional moments created a strong sense of intimacy. The framing often kept both characters in the same shot, emphasizing their connection within shared spaces. The color palette and soft lighting added to the grounded, honest tone of the film, while framing choices reinforced emotional distance or closeness between the couple.

 

 

SOUND AND MUSIC

The subtle score and sound design underscored the emotional beats without overwhelming them. The dialogue was crisp and clear, with naturalistic sound effects complementing the realism. The score was understated but effective. It wasn’t overly memorable on its own, but it perfectly served the story’s mood

 

OVERALL IMPACT
It exceeded expectations by offering both humor and depth in such a short runtime. Its
strengths are honest storytelling, natural performances, relatable characters, emotional balance.

Its evoked some strong emotions, a mix of laughter, empathy, and quiet heartbreak Absolutely, I will recommend this film to others because, it's a powerful, honest short film that tackles difficult themes with humor and sensitivity relatable for many, especially those who've experienced complex relationships or pregnancy-related challenges. It leaves a lasting impression about the unpredictable nature of life, love, and loss, while advocating for more open, honest conversations around pregnancy and miscarriage.

STORY BREAKDOWN

• Protagonist: The Pregnant Woman (Ingrid Haas)

• Antagonist: The emotional tension caused by identity loss, uncertainty, and quiet isolation during pregnancy. (internal)

• Goal: To process and live through the emotional and physical transformation of pregnancy; her goal is more emotional than active.

• Main Conflict: Grappling with shifting identity, loneliness, and anticipation of motherhood.

• Obstacle: The quiet tension between her current state and the uncertainty of what lies ahead.

• Climax: A subtle moment of stillness, looking into the distance realizing she's no longer who she used to be.

• Resolution: There's no concrete resolution.

• Genre: Drama.