Thanks for bumping, TAL.
A Piece of Cake Questionnaire
What did you like about the short film and why?
I love the way "barriers" to acknowledging one's personal needs are represented for the minutia it really is: filmsy, sloppy, oft-revised sticky notes.
The scenes that represent the carrot as something 'OK' (that is, pure/healthy/respectable enough according to the "barriers"), but ultimately awkward and difficult to swallow, are brilliant.
What did you not like about the film and why?
In the end, the boy seems just as unsatisfied after "having his cake", as he was eating its impostor, the carrot.
Was the plot of the film understandable and if not how could I make it more understandable?
Your commentary is what knits the film together and makes it understandable. Make your audio louder. And if you're going to show yourself in it as a character, I would recommend revising your role as The Doctor or The Psychologist, or some other omnipotent foil character that works well as narrator and quasi-villain.
What is the moral of the story and is it presented well?
Amongst all these points to moralize us, it gets at an original moral much older and wiser: find what's most satisfying to you. It's neat to see that showcased in a modern way.
How well did you connect with the main character and what exactly made you relate to him?
Everyone is looking for their "piece of cake". His little quest is very easy to relate to.
Would this film make you want to watch future projects of this particular director?
Most definitely.
How exactly does this film make you feel?
Sated.
How well do you think that the music linked with the movie and did it heighten the mood?
The music was surprisingly well-selected, from better tracks than just a typical iPod music list. The music assists the narrator in telling the story very well.
What target audience do you think the short film is aiming towards?
(Please tick the appropriate box. You may tick more than one box)
❏ 10-15 year olds
❏ 16-24 year olds
❏ 25-40 year olds
❏ 40-64 year olds
❏ 65+
All. Without any offensive content or narrow music choice, this film is open to any open mind.