This social-realist short film tells the story of a young mother who is asked out by a guy she used to fancy and has to figure out what to do with her four children while she goes on the date. It's relatively bleak for its majority, although it does avoid the total nihilism often associated with the genre, and it isn't exactly fun to watch even when it's at its lightest. It's actually a fairly uncomfortable experience thanks to its unashamed frankness, which is also its greatest strength. The performances are so grounded that it sometimes feels as though it's a fly-on-the-wall documentary, a vibe that's enhanced by the loose camerawork and purposefully workmanlike dialogue. Unfortunately, its biggest moment is severely dampened by a poor visual effect that, while necessary, totally takes you out of the experience. Still, 'Wasp (2003)' is ultimately a really well-made short film that feels decidedly realistic all around. It isn't exactly enjoyable, but it's certainly compelling in its own way.
Review of Wasp
Wasp
(2003)
She was going to tell the kids to BEE good, but then she thought "WAS Point?".
9 September 2023