'Invincible' Review | Oscar-nominated short film stands out for its emotional homage to Marc-Antoine Bernier
MONTREAL, CANADA: The 97th Oscar-nominated short film 'Invincible', directed by Vincent Rene-Lortie, is a gripping story that delves into the final 48 hours of 14-year-old Marc-Antoine Bernier.
The movie delves into the desperate quest of Marc (Leokim Beaumier-Lepine), who is struggling against the constraints of his circumstances. He is sent to the youth center as his unruly behavior is deemed against societal norms.
Vincent Rene-Lortie proves his mettle as a skilled director
Vincent Rene-Lortie's direction skillfully combines the emotional journey of a rebellious adolescent longing for freedom,
His storytelling enhances the viewing experience by adding a level of complexity that draws the audience deeper into the film. Rene-Lortie's direction skillfully adds a surreal narrative to the teenager's intensely personal tale, elevating the viewing experience.
For instance, the movie's opening sequence expertly introduced the audience to Marc's sense of urgency without him uttering a single word. Patrick Aubert's writing ability carefully addresses the intensifying mental struggles of the protagonist as he longs for autonomy.
His writing style is nuanced and delves into the intricacies of a teen battling societal expectations. This portrays a relatable image, as we have all faced the challenge of social acceptance at some point in our lives.
His story skillfully combines the subtle emotional undertones of Marc's journey. Seeing the adolescent realize that killing himself was the only path to freedom was very moving. Since the film is based on a real event, you can't help but feel sorry for Marc.
Produced by Samuel Caron, a co-founder of Telescope Films, the film has a realistic storytelling style that enhances the viewing experience by giving the impression that you are witnessing the events as they unfold in real-time.
Leokim Beaumier-Lepine stands out as Marc-Antoine Bernier
The most impressive aspect of the short film is how realistically the characters are portrayed. A big applause to the cast for immersing themselves in the characters seamlessly.
The way Leokim Beaumier-Lepine plays Marc-Antoine Bernier, the rambunctious teenager, is particularly noteworthy. His piercing gaze conveys his yearning for freedom. He has perfectly captured the spirit of the character—that of wanting freedom.
You can't help but sympathize with him because of how perfectly he emulated his dilemma through his gestures. Your emotions are heightened to the point where you can only feel sympathy for the teenager because of his helplessness.
Marc's sister Josee, played by Isabelle Blais, provides the narrative with a lot of emotional support. Her sophisticated performance gave the movie's narrative depth.
The film is far from being a simple coming-of-age story. As a society, it serves as a crucial reminder that everyone has the right to freedom and that it shouldn't be viewed as a luxury for someone who is only 14 years old.
'Invincible' does encourage dialogue about reining in the adolescent's wild behavior, which ought to extend beyond psychiatric assessments and youth centers.