Protect Me From What I Want (2009)

Good movie but grossly overrated

In truth, there is barely enough story here to make a film.

There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

because it reflects, in inspired manner, emotions, not exactly a story. because it gives authenticity of a first experience and to a cultural clash. because the performances are real great. and the script - an inspired one. it is strange to write about it because it is a film about realities out of words. a kind of embroidery of nuances, suggestions and admirable images. a film about honesty. to yourself. about fear and the delicate manner to stop it. about joy and sensitivity. about basic small things. and nothing more.

"Protect Me from What I Want" (what a pathetic and cringeworthy title) is a 13-minute short film from the UK. Short films about the issue of homosexuality have been very frequent in the last 15 years. What is the reason? Do the makers of these movies lack the creativity to come up with a script for 90 minutes? Do they keep it short because they will not get their work shown in theaters if it isn't another "Brokeback Mountain"? Maybe a mix of both. Anyway, this one here is as generic as it gets for the genre. One young man has not come to terms with his sexuality. The other has and helps his mate. Identity crises and struggles with accepting who you are cannot be avoided. A graphic sex scene is included. There is a somewhat happy ending. This can be said about 90% of these films and this one here makes no difference at all. The only somewhat refreshing aspect is that the two have different ethnicities. However, this is obviously not even close to being enough to make this an exciting watch. Mediocre acting, writing and directing. I cannot say I am surprised that neither the two lead actors nor writer and director Dominic Leclerc are having a career beyond British television series 6 years after this was done. IMDb rating is way too high as usual with these gay-themed short films. Not a convincing watch and I have to give this one a thumbs down. Not recommended.

seductive, touching, fresh. real impressive. few images and words and a large circle of emotions. one of that short films who precise rules. and lives as skin of atmosphere. like in many other short movies, important is silence. in this case, it is result of clash between different cultures, image of sin and desire, fear and lust. extraordinary - the end. essential - science to be more than a gay film, its universal message. and, the inspired option for two good actors who does convincing roles as fruits of nuances. it is difficult comment it. because, as each short movie, it is a kind of haiku. the flavor is powerful or fiction for every viewer. but the scent remains. tender, fresh, special.

I have to say this was very good, Elliot Tittensor shows a different side to his acting, and shows he has more talent than just playing Carl in Shameless and isn't afraid to do more serious stuff.Naveed Choudhry was also very good, he portrays a young Asian who goes with another boy for the first time, you can feel his tension, at first and then he starts to let go a bit then feels guilty then it ends on a bit of a high.For a 14 minute film it was very good, well shot, well acted, nice directing from Dominic Leclerc.It came as part of a series of shorts on a film called 'Boys On Film 4' and this one is easily the best one out of the nine shorts.