the drone (2023 greek shnort movie )
A short film, barely 20 minutes long, with a single, relentless source of tension. The story follows a drone that behaves less like a machine and more like an annoying mosquito—or perhaps a persistent pest—making Christina's life a living hell. Finally, she grabs a piece of wood, smashes the drone into pieces, and throws it into a small river. She gathers her things, gets in her car, and drives back home with her children.
The film feels like a missed opportunity. A film with a runtime this brief relies on tight logic and a clear message to land its impact. This one stumbles on both counts.
The Big Question: The mysterious man operating the drone—presumably using it to photograph Christina's... assets rather than the island's scenery—makes a fleeting appearance at the end when their cars nearly collide. The film tries to frame this as a meaningful encounter, but it arrives too late and with too little context to matter.
My main issues:
Drones need charging. They don't run on magic. Yet the film never bothers to explain when this drone was recharged. It seems to have unlimited battery life, which breaks the immersion completely.
What was the point? The film has minimal narrative depth. It seems like the filmmaker had a very short idea and stretched it to its breaking point. There's no real message, no character development, and no emotional payoff.
If you're looking for a short film with a clever concept and logical consistency, this isn't it. It's a simple premise that raises more questions than it answers, and the lack of follow-through makes it feel like a rough draft rather than a finished work.
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