Being (II) (2017) User Reviews

" A Beautiful Story "

[ralph-00484 · 10/10 · 4 December 2018]

.." The Warmth of the Story " & it overflows . every time we get together , it gets Stronger .

Brill

[myork-54873 · 8/10 · 20 January 2019]

A brilliant idea and very moving with what buddy had to go through

Real heart warm film

[funkystu · 10/10 · 26 January 2019]

Being is a film that brings a real life situation to the big screen. Devlin has created a film with a new actor josh, who plays his roll as a young carer to how hardship and realaity happens with children that care for sick parents. the point has been done by the use of mods and scooters. if you want a short heart string pulling film. then get the popcorn out,dim the lights and relax.to a wonderful movie. ❤❤

Danny Leigh Film Critic

[devlin-crow · 24 November 2018]

A huge-hearted story of mothers and sons, mods and scooters, love, anger and human kindness.

'SUPERB' Quadrophenia fans support this film

[patricbakhuizen · 10/10 · 24 January 2019]

Excellent Film, strong message and what a blast to see MODS doing their thing! Mark Wingett still riding, still looking like he enjoys what he was a part of

I don't understand how people have rated this film so highly!

[jckburton · 2/10 · 18 March 2019]

I was over at a friends who had this movie, we were both massive fans of Quadrophenia & I had heard this short was in the works. When I read about this movie coming out a few years back it was hinted at a follow up to Quadrophenia, it isn't. There is a message in here about how hard it is being a carer and the sacrifices you have to make, So with that in mind I haven't given it a 1. The main problem with the movie is the acting, in a word it's terrible the accent of the mother is shocking, (I think she could give Dick Van Dyke In Mary Poppins a run for his money at the worst accent ever) and that combined with the lazy script writing (how many times does she swear in the movie?) there's plot holes in it too but for me I was just really disappointed in it. Other people seem to like it maybe it's just me that's wrong.

outstanding!

[mcanulty74 · 10/10 · 15 March 2019]

A nice little Indie movie and worth the wait. Actually had a lump in my throat from start to finish. A big thumbs up from me

Nice idea

[jinblurworld · 3/10 · 19 January 2019]

When I first heard about this film it was via an article that said they were making a sequel to Quadrophenia. It is not in anyway shape or form a sequel to that classic film. The film follows a young carer called Buddy and his struggles balancing looking after his poorly mum, coping with school and being a bit of a social outcast. The film's heart is in the right place but the acting at times especially the accents is below par. The one saving grace of the movie is The Who are on the soundtrack. Probably if I had to describe this movie in one word I would call it a cringe-fest. Another thing to mention is the unnecessary use of bad language which doesn't add anything to the movie.

Superb

[michaelpeppiatt · 10/10 · 6 February 2019]

Hi Devlin

Loved that! Great film, thank you, heartfelt and great to watch well done to you and all involved!

Kind Regards

Michael

Mods, MS and a young carer on the edge

[robertsgeoffreyp · 10/10 · 30 January 2019]

The film follows a young carer, Buddy, looking after his mother who has MS. He is a bullied outcast who is rescued one day by Mark Wingett, playing himself as an actor from the film Quadrophenia, and his girlfriend. His rescuers persuade his mother to let them take him to a mod gathering in Brighton for fun and frolics. The film tackles many issues in a matter of fact way, particularly the struggle between the mother's need for her son's daily help and her son's need for a life outside the home. In the end it's very uplifting but the emotional turmoil of the mother and son is explored when he is offered a day of respite. The objectivity of Mark Wingett and girlfriend, looking in at the relationship from outside, is used to address the mother's fears and trepidation of losing her son. It is well acted (surely Joshua Farley, who plays Buddy, is a star in the making), has some stunning location shots and, with the band's permission, that driving Who soundtrack. What's not to like?

Fantastic short film

[manamal-20667 · 10/10 · 26 January 2019]

Revived my long awaited copy of being . Fantastic short film by devlin crow a must have for anyones mod movie collection great cast and direction.

Being Recommended

[Paulh10 · 10/10 · 1 October 2019]

This is great short film by Devlin Crow. Superb acting by the cast, and good to see Jimmy's Lambretta from Quadrophenia making an appearance too.

Delightful drama highlighting the plight of those with MS

[cameronmoon · 10/10 · 19 June 2020]

Thoughtful and well made drama centering on those whose lives have been affected by MS. Everyday lives which non sufferers take for granted are bought sensitively to light from the view point of those who have to live with the condition. Wonderfully shot and scored. It deals with the issues at hand head on without ever shying away from the subject matter. MS affects everyone around the person suffering from the terrible condition such as family, friends carers etc. The film perfectly captures the plight and struggle of these people whilst also maintaining a great sense of humour and spirit in the face of adversity. Faultless performances from the cast and with incredibly sensitive direction from Crow. Marvellous score and wonderful location work bringing the Brighton Mod scene to vivid life. My only complaint is that I wish it were longer as I would have loved to have spent more time in the company of these characters however I hear there is a sequel in the works. Bring it on I say!

Best short film I've seen in ages

[smcnair-38334 · 10/10 · 1 October 2019]

Really really enjoyed this short film, only wish it was longer. Definitely worth a buy.

Stuart Goodwin - review

[devlin-crow · 23 April 2019]

A really well written script, that empathises rather than sympathises with sufferers of MS. It highlights the role of their carers and the pressure they have in their lives away from the daily grind of caring. It also highlights the wide age range of the appeal of Modernism, music and scooters, from youngsters to people of all ages and the ability to create friendships within the group. A great short film, with excellent use of music, bringing Quadrophenia into the modern day with the film clips used and keeping the interest in the scene.

Mods Of Your Generation Review

[bradleyjohnathan-84288 · 10/10 · 17 January 2019]

Mods Of Your Generation "Being" Film Review

"Such a powerful message about the struggles of dealing with multiple sclerosis and the effects on young Carers. A nice little nod to the mod scene, Quadrophenia and The Who"

looking forward to the follow up.



#Being #ModsOfYourGeneration #DevlinCrow #MulitipleSclerosis

Bostin

[gazmod · 10/10 · 14 March 2019]

Had to go out and buy a new Blu-ray player to watch this movie. Worth every penny. Great short film with a cracking cast.

Uplifting

[mark-88958 · 9/10 · 20 September 2020]

A film with a heroic nod to the spirit of the mods of Quadrophenia. Doley (Mark Wingett from the original cast) befriends a young schoolboy (Buddy) who cares for his mother who has MS. Buddy is devoted to The Who and fascinated by the mod era (it's what gets him through the day). Doley shows the boy some true magic with a trip to Brighton on his scooter. Along the way Buddy discovers more about himself than perhaps he realised. Beautifully shot, it tackles difficult subjects like loneliness, illness and bullying deftly, through this remarkable friendship.

BLOWING OUT THE COBWEBS OF 2020

[inkasylum · 10/10 · 7 January 2021]

Great story ,emotional with its highs and lows ;), great to see some of the original Quad mods back on the screen

Great teaser for what's to come next

[lee_burkinshaw · 9/10 · 11 August 2021]

Was a great film which had humer in the right places. Would highly recommend. It was a great short which left me wanting more, which I'm happy to find out they will be a feature leaving off where Being left off.

Wow!!!

[hrsnzeli · 10/10 · 23 March 2022]

I stumbled upon Being a few weeks ago, and ordered the Blu-Ray. What a pleasant surprise it was to watch. It was nice to just watch a story that ties into the Quadrophenia movie, which I have watched many times since first seeing it in the theater in 1979. This short film is well- conceived, -written and -acted.

It will be watched many times!

If you're a Who and/or Quad fan, it is well worth your time and the small purchase price! I'm hoping there's more!

Great Movie

[jgpemberton-64815 · 10/10 · 27 January 2022]

I thought I knew what this movie was about. I was surpassed with a real gem. This is life, living, responsibility, dreams, hope, LOVE. It is a conversation starter and an inspiration. Love the acting and the plot like all great art there is so much more in this movie!

Top short film

[crispiestsavage · 10/10 · 24 January 2019]

A good film dealing with the stress of being a young career. As well as Illness with a nod to quadrophenia and some nice scooters..

Classic mod film

[warwickuni-91472 · 9/10 · 3 November 2020]

Lovely mod movie set in Brighton. Loving the actors. Not that oftern does a smaller film get put on to DVD these days. So it was a pleasure to see this.

Well worth a watch.

Thanks regards Jamie

the film being

[petemckenna-35913 · 10/10 · 12 June 2021]

Watched the best short film I've seen and really hammers home what it is like to be a care worker having experienced that lonely painful path some time back in my life. Devlin's attention to detail and love of Brighton shines through brilliantly. Being a Lambretta Mod back in the day. He has nailed all the essential scooter details and more and the way the friendship develops between young and old is just beautiful like a sweet swinging northern soul record you just want to slide along to. Just wish it could have stretched to a full length 90 minute excursion but I live in hopes that one day it might be the catalyst for just such a cinematic experience. Massive best wishes Devlin on a job well done and anybody who hasn't seen it - then make sure you do as it needs to be seen - onwards upwards Devlin - best wishes Pete McKenna.