The article discusses the importance of precision and quality in storytelling, particularly for concise formats like short films. It highlights the creation of 'Beth,' a short film by Uzo Oleh, which explores a couple's emotional journey through unexpected pregnancy after failed IVF attempts. The film features themes of race and identity, represented by a diverse cast. The narrative emphasizes a need for tightly crafted stories that resonate and engage audiences quickly, especially targeting younger viewers on digital platforms.
"If you're contemplating a 90-minute adaptation of Great Expectations, you need to be David Lean. If it's a canape, it needs to be a tiny yorkshire pudding with a mini slice of roast beef tucked in and a dot of horseradish on the top."
"It needs to be a miracle of compression, a story told without a wasted second or word. It will need to evoke much but still nail the key points and obey the narrative rules."
"Beth is a yarn written and directed by photographer and short film-maker Uzo Oleh, about a couple who unexpectedly fall pregnant after giving up on IVF after many unsuccessful attempts."
"The doctor, Balthas, who oversaw their fertility treatments is white, too, and suddenly the comforting hand he placed on Molly's knee during their last session looks like the tip of an iceberg."
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