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Nomad Rambler

2019 · 19 min

A short, uncomfortable look at a father-son bond strained by harsh lessons, leaving a quiet ache.

Directed by
Ryan B. Cook
Genres
Drama
Starring
Vince Mattis, Jack Brunault, Joe Garland
Overview
In an attempt to prepare his son for the difficulties of the real world, Michael takes 'tough love' too far, leaving the future of their relationship uncertain.

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Directed by
Ryan B. Cook
Genres
Drama
Starring
Vince Mattis, Jack Brunault, Joe Garland
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Themes
    • parenthood
    • family
    • coming-of-age
    Places
    None
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    teen
    Form
    None
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence mild
    • Sex none
    All scales, 0 to 10
    Scales, 0 to 10
    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action1
    Horror0
    Humour1
    Realism8
    Romance0
    Tension4
    Darkness5
    Complexity3
    Emotional weight6

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    Details

    Genres
    drama
    Directed by
    Ryan B. Cook
    Written by
    Ryan B. Cook
    Starring
    Vince Mattis, Jack Brunault, Joe Garland
    Music
    Jessica Rae Huber
    Cinematography
    Alan Gwizdowski
    Runtime
    19 min
    Country
    United States of America
    Languages
    English

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