

Driving Mr. Blue
2022-03-31 · 11 min · ★ 10.0
Driving Mr. Blue is a short film exploring the emotional aftermath of a breakup. It examines the question, "Was it all for nothing?" through a character seeking refuge in dark spaces, where TV becomes a temporary escape from pain. The film delves into how loss can unravel a person’s sense of self and portrays the raw emotions that arise when coping with the end of a relationship.
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- Directors
- Luis A. Portillo
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- United States of America
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- Released
- Budget
- USD 1
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