A husband and wife are driving together in a desert state. He is a candidate in a gubernatorial election in 3 days and she has stood beside him the whole way and finally it is starting to pay off. He seems off his game though, unwilling to do any more interviews or fundraisers and she attempts to talk him up as they drive.
This is a simple short film but it is done with a nice build and gradual reveal of what is going on. As a whole it is not too complex but it is very nicely paced and delivered to have a satisfying darkness to it. The cast make it a two-hander and they work together very well – Wise is always good and carries himself well, while Shaye is very good with her changing character during the film (or at least changing in the eyes of the viewer). The choice of location is very good as it gives an empty, chilling air to the piece, while the direction and almost total lack of soundtrack also adds to the impact (particularly the silent credits).
It is a simple, but it is short, very well paced and effective in what it does. Well worth a look.