Trapped in a lonely existence, reclusive widower Roy passes the days by cold calling strangers from the phone book, looking for brief moments of companionship. But when he accidentally calls adult hotline worker Cara, an unlikely friendship is born that will help them both rediscover the joy of life.
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Santa Barbara International Film Festival
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USA
A wonderfully wholesome short. Both the pacing and acting were especially great.
my favourite part of this was the vibrant cunty pink used for the title as this old man deals with crippling loneliness.
Ah, fuck.
First of all this is the third film of memory that uses this kind of aspect ratio and it does things to me. Good things. It instantly makes us feel trapped like Roy does. Trapped in his house all alone and almost scared to leave.
David Bradley as Roy here is phenomenal casting. I have not seen him in many things except for Harry Potter and Game of Thrones and in both he never really stands out. But here, with just 16 short minutes, he completely captivated me. He is the only actor we see on the screen and while he spends most of the time on a phone, he conveys so many thoughts and emotions through his…
Optimistic. Crushing. But optimistic.
That woman from The Silent Child who plays Cara here, can you call me too
Lonely older people will always get to me.
Perfectly charming, emotional when it needed to be but also effortlessly fun. David Bradley was the perfect choice I’m always happy to see him on screen.
susie dent shoutout
when i was 12 i used to call random numbers in germany and switzerland, say a few words in german or ask for someone and hang up. because my mum got me planner from her work that had all the area codes for different countries. weirdo
A masterful David Bradley performance.
NottIFF Opening Night- Really lovely short film this. Heartwarming and heartbreaking in equal measure. David Bradley is a national treasure.
Sweet story. Great title.
Sad, sweet, warm and funny, led by a terrific performance from the wonderful David Bradley.
It’s utterly endearing with a message of generosity and compassion. The aesthetic is excellent, taking place in such a small room but making the most of the space.
It’s simply a satisfyingly kind and wholesome way to spend fifteen minutes.
Full review: filmcarnage.com/2023/04/22/review-roy/
Does a lot with a little. Trope heavy but fun nonetheless. Wraps up a nice start, middle and end using one man, his home and a telephone.
Probably one of the strongest short films on Disney+.
