Based on real events, Stay In The Car tells the story of a young woman named Salem who is "along for the ride" while her mother and her accomplice are making a run for something throughout the city in their El Camino. As the night progresses, Salem begins to sense an uneasiness and soon starts to realize she may be in danger and must figure a way out.
First of all, this is a very well made little thriller. For a film that takes place entirely inside a vehicle, I was mightily impressed. Director Calvin Ghaznavi and Director of Photography Conrad Holzman found a surprisingly clever way to shoot an entire short film within the confines of a 2 seater vehicle and it works wonderfully. There's almost a claustrophobia that adds to the constant tension because of this. What I loved most about this is that other than the constant "stay in the car" warning from her mother every time she made a stop, there is virtually little to no dialogue. Everything that needs to be said is said through the razor-sharp tension and Salem's (Lara Hunter) face, and most importantly, her eyes. Her eyes tell the entire story of what's happening and it is very impressive. Ashley Alva (Bird Box) as Salem's mother and Timothy V. Murphy (Law & Order: Organized Crime) as her accomplice round out the cast nicely and deliver the goods.
The tension is palpable right from the beginning and it never lets up. The direction and cinematography are very well-done, Amanda Ross's script (based on her personal experience) is emotionally charged and the performances shine. Stay In The Car is one helluva thrill-ride.
Stay In The Car will be screening at the upcoming Credo 23 Film Festival on March 28th at 12 noon. The Credo 23 Film Festival will be from March 27th-29th at the iconic American Legion Hall, Post 43, on Highland Avenue in Los Angeles, CA.
Fore more info, including tickets, visit the official website at StayInTheCar.com.
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