Nova Frontier Film Festival Presents DOUBOUT Review — Boyhood Escape

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As we close in on a dense, dark forest, a boy’s voice echoes “Grandpa always says we must choose between remaining insignificant and becoming a man.” Soon after, rustling and a frantic drum beat reel us in, as a sprinting boy comes into view. Light peers in through the trees, illuminating the cool night air. The boy falls into mud, struggling to escape until he is pulled out by a Jedi. The man hands him a light saber, as they both turn with expressions of determination towards the rustling bushes that grow louder and louder.

Nova Frontier Film Festival Speaks to Our Inner Child

Vivid childhood imagination is brought to life in DOUBOUT, as we get the opportunity to see life from the perspective of young Joseph, as well as the drastically different reality he actually is confronting. Joseph refuses to accept that his brother Dorian is leaving for France. Instead, he focuses on a challenge that he can understand. Taking his grandfather’s stories to heart, Joseph becomes obsessed with the dangerous Lentikri, a red-eyed beast that roams around the forest. We are allowed a peek into young Joseph’s mind to share in his fear as he hides under the covers, overwhelmed at night by the sounds of animal cries growing louder and nearer.

This movie is recommended for its vivid capture of a child-like view of the world and demonstrating the strength of brotherly bonds in the face of real-world challenges.

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Length: 20 minutes

Directed by Sara Malleon and Pierre Le Gall

Cast:
Joseph: Rayann François-Eugène
Dorian: Jean-Philippe Rangassamy
The Grandpa: Jean-Claude Duverger
The Mom: Daniely Francisque

 

For more information on the Nova Frontier Film Festival where this film was featured visit the Nova Frontier Film Festival website.

Images courtesy of Nova Frontier Film Festival

Connor Grehan
Connor Grehan

About the Author: Connor Grehan

Connor Grehan is a History and Film student at Vassar College. A longtime music student, he plays the French Horn, participating in the school orchestra and even a whistling a capella group. He likes to read books and play video games in his spare time, organizing tournaments and other events at school.

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