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Original Film Title: The Hemingway
Director’s Name: Evan Mathis, Patrick Sean O’Brien
Writer’s Name: Patrick Sean O’Brien, Evan Mathis
Producer: Patrick Sean O’Brien, Evan Mathis, Michele Dupree
Country of Origin: United States
Country of Filming : United States
Language: English
Runtime: 9 minutes 4 seconds
Film Description:
“The Hemingway” is a visually stunning short film that attempts to unravel some of the complexities that come through living with ALS. As Patrick faces the extraordinary challenges to otherwise mundane tasks due to his condition, the narrative voice inside his head provides insights into life’s peculiarities during his most intimate moments. Unexpected twists and turns reveal the intricacies of interpersonal relationships in the outwardly silent world of ALS. In a short span, “The Hemingway” skillfully navigates the delicate balance between life’s beauty, dark humor, and heartfelt revelation – offering a poignant exploration of the human experience through life, death and shit. The film is directed by the duo of Patrick O’Brien and commercial veteran Evan Mathis, and edited by Doug Pray.