BOUND | Omeleto
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 พ.ค. 2023
- Two strangers wake up handcuffed together after a night out.
BOUND is used with permission from Joe Carter. Learn more at joecarterfilm.co.uk.
Kelsey and Martin are at a nightclub, eyeing up one another in a drunken haze. They're strangers who have caught one another's eye amidst the music, crowds and alcohol during some kind of wild night out.
But the next thing they know, they're waking up in the same bed -- and discover they're handcuffed together. Now the pair are forced to prolong their one-night assignation, and must work together to make it through the day until they can figure out a way to free themselves of one another.
Directed by Joe Carter, this short romantic comedy has a gritty naturalism to it, with its unvarnished characters, rough-and-tumble dialogue and the strikingly decayed urban settings that the two protagonists journey through. But in situating the conventions of romantic comedy in this milieu, it highlights both the unrealistic fantasy of romance while appealing for warts-and-all honesty in the course of genuine connection.
Much of the humor, in the beginning, comes from the situation and premise, with Martin and Kelsey literally one another's "ball and chain." Martin's get-up in the cold light of morning, along with the sight of two people fumbling together on a "walk of shame," offers almost farcical comedy to keep viewers entertained, as well as maximizes the conflict of their different personalities and aims.
But the excellent writing slowly pulls in more nuance and character, as Martin and Kelsey's forced proximity makes them confront the realities of one another's lives. Martin has a needy, possessive fiancee, and Kelsey is a single mother in a complicated relationship with her child's feckless father. Having unwittingly used each other to escape their problems the night before, they can't help but comment on one another's lives with their salty but funny banter, seeing one another's mistakes and bad decisions more clearly than themselves. But both are settling for much less in life.
Actors Laura Ferries and Cristian Ortega have appealing chemistry, portraying both a fundamental attraction to one another and a slight horror at discovering and revealing the thornier aspects of their lives and selves. Shackled to one another, they see one another at their most mundane and flawed. Yet that forces them to be honest and authentic with one another -- which, paradoxically, might make them nearly perfect together.
Fast-paced, acerbic and surprisingly grounded at key moments, BOUND tumbles its way into a screwball-level climax, complete with irate exes, blood, a conk on the head and more than a few break-ups. Its final scene, though, is a fairly quiet one in this rambunctious narrative, one where both characters have finally shed the relationships they've been settling for. Ironically, they discover that the person who wants the best for them could actually be the best partner -- it just took an extreme situation to further themselves along to this key realization. - ภาพยนตร์และแอนิเมชัน
I was so unbelievably uncomfortable for them... and loved every minute of this. Outstanding!!!!
Funny, romantic, witty, quirky, gritty, well-acted - great short!! I loved it!!
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I imagined it was going to be a very different story, more of a flashback type of 'what Really happened last night?' mystery thing but this was in many ways more wholesome!
Same
i am genuinely grateful for adding the subtitles when the characters are Bri'ish
Scottish!
Is this the uk
Only the usa dont understand them. As south africa a nation colonist by them we understand. Them perfectly
@@cupidok2768 The United Kingdom (UK) includes England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. This is set in Scotland.
@@rickwhite3757 Sco’ish*
It's got the nitty gritty feel of a street smart Irvine Welsh novel..
Finally! A short movie with a beginning, a middle and.. well, you know. So many shorts these days start great and cut off in mid-scene. Plus, the dialogue was magnifique. The acting and video was pure professional grade.
Oh god, you literally took the sentence 'be a sadist with your characters' and took it to a maximum, what a ride!
And then some weird romance will come out of it lol.
To the editor: the cuts at 2:13 thru 2:18 - the word BOUND in sync with the drums - is really really nice.
Would definitely watch a full movie of this
Would be a GREAT series!
Yeah
@@Cement_Feathered_Bird nah not a series but a movie defiteley
Man I just loved this one. Great short-film.
So did I
me too
Very well-done! ✊✊✊
👍
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that was excellent. when i saw it was going to involve some sweaties i thought it would just be a load of drunk shouting and fighting and while there was some of that, actually it was about a blossoming comedic love story. worth a watch.
Sweaties?
@@cybercheese3 rhyming slang, sweaty socks = jocks (nickname for anyone scottish)
This was awesome. GREAT acting, great cinematography and great music.
Aww..that was sweet! Love how he tied them back together. Nicely done! 👫
You can tell it wasn't the first time she'd woken up in a situation like that. Maybe that's how she first hooked up with Max? Either way poor Martin has jumped from one abusive relationship into another.
And that kids, is how I met your mother.
bahaha .......🤣....... Aye absolutely brilliant!!! Pure Scottish banter right there. Never been so proud to be of the Tartan Army ;O) what a superb little short. I completely agree with everyone else, this would make such a wonderful series or movie. Bravo. As always Omeleto, you have put a smile on so many faces. Please keep them coming 🙏🌹👏👏👏
I'm not Scottish, but I love you lot, ESPECIALLY Scots women *grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr*! 🤤
@@stevethomas74 bahaha glutton for punishment eh ;o) 😜
@@Dorvita I've yet to date one but I remain ever-hopeful! 😜
@@stevethomas74 KETTLES ON LOL ;O)
Finally, a short film that tells a complete story. Well done.
Perfect for watching every time one needs to cheer up. Thanks to all who made this possible.
.... and Max and Babes lived happy together till the end of times, too.
that elbow took the cake.
The quality of the whole production is super! Loved every minute - thanks!
When the little girl started crying 😂😂😂😂
Okay, the concept made me want to watch it and this was actually a pleasant surprise. This short film I wish it didn't have to end.
Outstanding! Those two are great together!
"All's well that ends well" 🙂
this was *awesome* - loved every bit. *thank you* ❤😘
WHAT a delightful confection!
I really enjoyed this one. Had a cheesy smile on my face the entire time. 😁
So unpredictable....
10/10...pls keep them coming..
Best short film I’ve seen in ages!
Thanks so much. Really enjoyed it. Awesome production values.
This is my new favourite short film!
What an OUTSTANDING short film! ❤
great short, that BOUND intro was sick as well, nice montage, that beat follow was pretty cool :D
Fabulous! Short and so sweet ! Congrats to all xxx
So funny, loved every second of it!! Trainspotting vibes 😊
I’ve had a few nights like this, just without being handcuffed together. The late 90’s were good times for me 😉
oh yeah.
This was so cute ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ I love how the mean / sassy girls / boys in movies turn soft for the boy/girl that likes them
Wow! I loved the cinematography! Especially the scene when they walked handcuffed outside for the first time!
I had to up vote this one. Thanks for posting it!
Love it when they wake up together walking out of the apt building.... lol
And the end.. in the hospital bed
Excellent
What a funny, quirky story. The accents/dialects made it even better, though I was thankful for the subtitles a few times.
ah this is so cute! living for this
What a bloody-f*´ing good short!
bloody
Two people, Kelsey and Martin get a life makeover. But wait!- even Max had an awakening.
Two handcuffs for 3 people...😄
What a great story performed brilliantly...Loved it!
Nice chemistry. Well portrayed. these shorts are as well done as some bigger features but pack a lot more into the 10 or so minutes than a 2 hour flick.
Outfugginstanding. That's how the deep passion gets ignited. Trial by fire.
This is good film, acting, script, photography, direction, I appreciate the talent and work
Same actors I saw in another Omeleto. Like Hallmark. .. thanks great film again
Christian is so talented! Beats is another one to check out, he's so natural
Great short films on this channel 🎉 Thanks 🙏🏽
This is one I'd love to see expanded on.
This was a great one! had me the whole time! Kinda corny, but somehow I didn’t care just like they didn’t!! I can hunk they ended up together!❤️💕👍
You can always tell when something's good coz you dont want it to end.
2 unlikely individuals.....somehow make a likeable couple.....brill!
This was terrific, great acting!!!
Man I miss the UK
Aye, good Scottish humour at it's best. I know they put subs on for those that can't understand the East coast accent, FFS, if you've ever been to Edinburgh or Leith, then it should be mandatory for them to write down what they say...LOL...
Two minutes in and iam in love with her personality.
This was so fun, funny, and cute. I believe we found a match made in heaven😊
Damn that girl's energy is top tier
this films make love looks like that it is very easy to find and find the the right one and then reality knocks o the door
Beautiful ending
I LOVED this one
LOVED THIS!!!
I thought this was brillant, I wanted it to keep going!!
I’m continuing the story in my mind 😄 Great movie!
It might have been a good idea then when they were drunk...
Laura is so talented! Reminds me of Lauren Socha in Misfits, a class act
Hiding from my wife because I have pathetic little tears in my eyes. Beautiful, thanks. I lived in Scotland for a couple of alcohol-infused months a very long time ago. But unfortunately I only woke up next to my snoring roommates, this lady was not yet around back then.
Awesome clip, the only thing is that handcuff links cant be cut with a wood saw or that fast !
Great job!!LOVE IT!!!
love a happy ending
I can easily watch a full show of this
Very spunky! good work lads and ladies!
You know she’s the that put the cuffs on😅
LOVELY SOCKS!
(and great short film!)
Such a sweet and beautiful chemistry
loved it bunches
I want a full 2 hours movie now
The Scot’s are hilarious 😂great film
This was wonderful!
great short
I wanna see a whole movie based around this idea
Brilliant little film thank you loved the littles
This is a good one.
Genius! Loved it!
This is basically an anime plot
Thank you all cast, @Laura: Greaaat! Ta, G.
Is it just me or does that guy in the electric scooter scene look like the actor out of the abc 3 show Jeopardy!
Man I'd love to have a sweet relationship like theirs
Excellent! Well done! :D
Hilarious good acting and very funny. Thanks
Refreshing and original.
Great film! Keep up the good work...
So silly! But I guggled the entire time!
This was great
This was very nice!
I like this one you should make more like this