FILM REVIEW OF ''LIGHT MY FIRE'' BY BOBB BARITO

 FILM ANALYSIS BY: AWUKU DANIEL

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FILM TITLE: LIGHT MY FIRE

DIRECTOR: BOBB BARITO


This is a short, intense movie about what happens when a man tries to act like a tough hero but real life doesn’t work that way. It shows how a man’s idea of being strong and manly can turn messy and even dangerous when things don’t go his way. 

The director, Bobb Barito, did a great job telling the story without making it  obvious.The story’s main fight happens halfway through the film not at the end like in most movies. This means we spend more time seeing what happens after the violence. The dad, who acts out of anger to protect his daughter, ends up not knowing how to comfort her afterwards. That’s the sad truth the movie leaves us with, he can fight, but he doesn’t know how to be there for her emotionally. 

In my view , all the characters were well developed and played a good role, the action of Clerk's Dad took me by surprise because i didn't expect the beatings that came after but it was a sign of disciplining his son because from the statement of Clerk's Dad '' Boy did you hit another girl'' makes it obvious that his son is of that character. 

Sound effect and music was well composed, it correspond with each scene.camera angles on point especially with the tracking of the moving car, I loved the cinematic grading as well.

In conclusion, this short film didn't  meet my expectation even thou it educates us on disciplining a child when they go wrong,in my view, Clerk should have been punished in a different way instead of  the blow beatings. Secondly, after the report to clerk's Dad on Clerk abusing his girlfriend, it looks physically attended to but emotionally Clerk girlfriend Kendra was broke down. Kendra's Dad starts out thinking he’s protecting his daughter, but he ends up unable to comfort her rather.


LINK TO SHORT FILM: https://youtu.be/b79R839YfZg?si=K1ycE0fU77r1tg3k

Comments

  1. Addo BrightJune 16, 2025 at 1:57 AM

    "Masterfully crafted and explanation, this film delivers a poignant message about the true meaning of strength and protection. The performances are outstanding, and the technical aspects are top-notch. A thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, with a lasting impact. Your explanation made me understand this movie well."

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  2. NayahJune 16, 2025 at 2:05 AM

    Your explanation made me understand how Powerful and intense. In just a few minutes, it says so much about anger, fatherhood, and the damage passed down through generations.

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  3. KomlaJune 16, 2025 at 2:54 AM

    The different types of parenting and their discipline styles and effects on children are the major points that's are highlighted in this piece and gives a fair idea of what the short film is about having not seen it.

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