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"Scratched" (2023) dives deep into the life of a professional figure skater with a raw and haunting narrative. The film’s atmosphere teeters on the edge of tension and vulnerability, mirroring the internal battles faced by the protagonist. The pacing is deliberate, allowing the weight of each scene to settle, which really highlights the emotional scars left by both the sport and personal trauma. It feels grounded, almost documentary-like in its approach, which is starkly contrasted by the fluidity of the skating sequences. Performances here are authentic and wrenching—there's an unsettling honesty to the way they embody pain and resilience. It’s a slice of reality that’s often left unexamined, making it a distinctive piece in the landscape of short films about sports and personal struggles.
Explores themes of abuse in sportsAuthentic performances that resonateUnique narrative perspective in short format
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