Flashback (I) (2023) User Reviews

Not bad.

[Patient444 · 6/10 · 21 October 2023]

Very cute short, with an interesting premise, used before in cinema but still, not something you see too often.

The plot was good, the execution was nice and the actors did their job.

This is exactly how I see a good short, doesn't overstretch, doesn't try to cover more than it should, it just shows its idea and leaves space for a full length movie in the future.

The people involved in Flashback did a really good job and I hope to see more of their work. With a bigger budget I'm sure they will do proper work and hoppefully achieve something great.

Recommeded for a short, I think there is definitely room for more.

Cheers!

Like the Concept

[tkdlifemagazine · 5/10 · 27 October 2023]

So one of the benefits of the unconventional nature of streaming and the like is that formats don't need to fit a cookie cutter template. That is one of the things I like about this- at least in concept. A short story, clearly shot on a low budget is actually pretty good. The concept involves how we perceive our life in the final moments of our death. This is an interesting concept. The execution is pretty interesting. The acting is not bad. The Butterfly Effect is explored here in an interesting way. Perhaps this is a one off, or perhaps, the treatise for a longer film. A longer version could go horribly wrong.

Childish nonsense

[david-brun · 2/10 · 23 October 2023]

Somehow the main character here realized how to go back to the past by visiting her memories at the time of death (when your life flashes before your eyes, supposedly) and then just slow her breathing (?) and living in the memory, so then she can change the future (actually, the present - it's only the future in the POV of the memory).

Why does she need to change it all the way back from the very beginning and in such a drastic way and not right at the point where the tragic thing happens, is also beyond explanation.

All of that nonsense wrapped up in a wannabe cute and quirky love story. Empty and silly.

At 16 minutes it's still a waste of time

[the_heat-1 · 2/10 · 1 January 2024]

I didn't realise this was a short when I watched it. I'm not entirely convinced it was supposed to be either. It seems like it's building to something, then just fizzles out. Either this was an abandoned project or funding fell through for more episodes because in this state, and considering the talent behind it, it's just ridiculous. The whole premise has been done before as a feature, most recently Happy Death Day, but in the last year there's been a few films with this time travel scenario, It's a Wonderful Knife being another. But at 16 minutes it just doesn't make sense and leaves you with more questions than answers.

Bad acting

[magicboy-02223 · 2/10 · 23 October 2023]

"Flashback" leaves much to be desired. The dialogues come off as predictable, lacking the depth and originality one would expect from a film of its caliber. The presentation is underwhelming, not providing the visual storytelling that pulls the audience into the narrative. As for the acting, it lacks nuance and emotional range, rendering the characters forgettable. In a world rich with cinematic artistry, "Flashback" unfortunately fails to distinguish itself. A missed opportunity in storytelling.

Each scene unfolds predictably, making it hard to connect or engage. Cinematography and soundtrack also fall flat, failing to elevate the ordinary acting and obvious script to a cinematic experience.

A Shorty

[lavatch · 7/10 · 22 October 2023]

Don't plan on making a run to the refrigerator once this film begins. It is so brief at sixteen minutes that you may miss the ending!

A yoga teacher named Jess makes use of her wisdom learned from the discipline of her classes. In this case, she succeeds in time-traveling in order to alter her life in the present and save the life of Scott, the man she loves.

The actress playing the yoga teacher was adorable. A nice moment was set up when after "fixing" a moment in the past by rejecting Scott, she was able to save his life. But as Scott was walking past Jess, after having married her best friend, he has a slight double-take after seeing Jess with the subtext of thinking about "the one that got away."

It was refreshing to watch a short, well-crafted film.

Namaste!

Butterfly effect rip-off?

[pavlina-kasal · 1/10 · 21 March 2024]

I think only people that never watched Butterfly Effect can think that this short has an original unusual plot. It's like a short unserious and confusing version of that masterpiece of a movie. I do not recommend spending 15 min on this, better watch 2 hour 2004 movie Butterfly effect, that explores the same topic- changing the future by changing some detail in the past, and sadly having to sacrifice one's relationship for the sake of wellbeing of that love partner.

The difference in this short is, that the past is being changed not by reading a diary but by focusing on some certain memory in the moment of death. Yes one could make a "new" movie out of this, but the topic is too big and complicated for a short.

Escape Death(?)

[kosmasp · 7/10 · 21 October 2023]

No pun intended - is it possible though? This paragraph will be not in depth, the next one will dive into story specifics though. The movie asks that question - of course you have to suspend your disbelief and ... well believe in having your life flashed before your eyes before you die ... and then I reckon you have to do Yoga ... or at least some breathing exercises ... then ... maybe it is possible ... right? Well you have to watch the (short) movie to get the answer.

Now comes the part where I go into more details. You have been warned. Because the movie answers with yes - I reckon you could guess it. Of course, what would that mean? You would not only change your life but so many others ... that sounds impossible and just out of question. But that is the part where you just have to indulge the movie and the overall idea ... it is meant to be fun and ... well escapism ... another pun you say?

LOVED IT!!!

[eleanorwilliams-93293 · 10/10 · 20 October 2023]

I absolutely loved this short film! The acting was impeccable whilst the storyline was chilling prompting the watcher to think, what would you do to save your love? The child actors Zakiy Jogi and Maya Graham both did their roles really well filled with emotion and conviction, a testament to the future stars that are in this film. The cinematography was fabulous with each scene building up tension with the character of death acting as a cold motif reminding us watchers of the tragic events that were set to happen... or were they? I would definitely watch again and a big well done to the cast for immersing me in this fantastic short film. I hope to see some the actors again in bigger Netflix roles!