THE CALL | Short Film / Kurzfilm

[@HannaMagdalena]

Wow. I think... This is one of the most emotional and most powerful short films I have ever seen. And I watched a damn lot. Watched it twice in a row and am still crying. Sad and beautiful and sad.

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks Hanna-Magdalena

[@ucalledmecrazy2]

Have you seen 2 strangers meet 5 times? Also very good.

[@azizhammad896]

unexpected ending , i thought it will be that suicide girl or that girl with cancer , but this is beyond my imagination.....

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Film Amatiran Thanks :)

[@elizabethbennet4791]

i was thinking she was hiding out in a closer with a shooter in some building somewhere...wouldnt have imagined you could get the reception well that far away

[@DrRonArt]

@@elizabethbennet4791 The film could be a painful memory of an old man who lost his wife and his daughter. It could be how he imagined his daughter died, after their last call.

[@bwb4416]

Elizabeth Bennet why did she die

[@littlemrpinkness295]

I was imagining a car accident

[@emv1031]

I´ve been binge wathching shorts for about 4 days now... watched thrillers, horror shorts, comedy, etc etc... and then I came to this one.... gotta say it´s my favorite so far.

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks!

[@dominicsidaway1930]

E&E I

[@mikehunt8992]

I have been to for a couple of days. Lots of talents here!!

[@lindseyfairchild570]

ME metoo!!!!!

[@dannymartinez8133]

+Maleek Mayers, I'm a aspiring film maker too. Could you watch my short films as well?

[@carrotlover27153]

Made me cry in 3 minuets, that's what filmmaking should be. It impacts the viewers and sucks them in.

[@CarpetaSeanPeina]

I don't remember crying this hard over any movie in a while. SOBBING. For a guy brought up in the boys don't cry generation, this is quite a feat. Thank you for that.

[@blaw500]

They should make a entire movie just to include this in the end.

[@polulaksminarayanareddy5959]

Brandon Lawson awsumly said

[@mridulsharma6504]

Start super happy.. With everything going fine.. Then make the guy lose his job over a false acquisition, then make them lose all their money and their home.. Then kill the wife.. Then put the dude in a car crash.. Make him survive but unable to walk.. And then start making things better.. Both kids get into army.. They come back home every other year.. And then show how the dude misses his kids.. And one night the girl calls him and tells him to sit at the spot where they used to sit in her childhood the next day.. And then end with this.. I'll sell my soul to watch that..

[@R.I.khan4191]

Brandon Lawson bro that is the beauty of this film.

[@notdontoch]

This is too much My grandma passed away a week ago and now i had to watch this as a school project.. Its beautiful and sad

[@jezbelga]

I guess this is the greatest short film on KZbin. I never expect that ending

[@fydenciarichardson2844]

it made me tear up because being a persian gulf vet, that pierced my heart! great job!

[@k8fearsnoart]

I have been binge watching short films too, but all horror/scary ones. (It's October 13th, 2018, and it finally feels like Autumn here, 43°F and mostly cloudy and it finally smells like it, too.) I clicked on this, not knowing what type of film it was. Beautiful and so, *so* moving. That's what this film this is. I'm still weeping. My Dad and I have always been super close, much more than my two younger brothers have been, and as the oldest AND the only daughter, I occupied a special place in my Dad's heart. As a minor, he was such an amazing father, and the only person I have always trusted. When I became an adult, he could finally become my best friend. He's always been there for me when I needed someone to talk to, if I was hurting, and he's always been able to make me laugh, no matter how horrid I feel. I didn't read the synopsis before watching, and I'm glad I didn't, but I am so glad that I saw this. I've been weeping since the dad began weeping, and I'm going to go read something funny, maybe watch an old "Obssessive Pop Culture Disorder' or 'After Hours' from Cracked. Thank you so very much, Ammar Sonderberg. This was beautiful and moving and so perfectly captured the love and fear and necessity within. Thank you.

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks

[@DARANGULAFILM]

I can safely say to the director, actors and crew, you sure made that work. There were all manner of leads as to where the story could have been going right to the final moments. Then the final reveal was a real ambush. This is how films should be written and made.

[@MindSparkvid]

I m crying crying crying sitting in a call center job desk cause this was pure beauty of story telling through cinema. I have done theater earlier and not able to make world any better. Need to kick off my butt and gift more beautiful things like this to the world. Thanks for the perfect short!!

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks

[@outofbox9084]

You are able to watching anything while you're in office? Wow ..I need change something in my life..

[@VR-zu6cj]

Waaw...its wonderful work..👌👌👍👍

[@stacyperez5843]

I believe that only true talent and an amazing story can pack that much punch into such a small amount of time. This short will stay with me in many ways. Beautifully done.

[@navinsawesomeanddivineacco4221]

Now this is how one says what can be said in 2 hr in just 3.5 minutes and still moves the audience as much...

[@goodandevil8505]

Sooooo nice! Tears in my eyes for the old man. He lost his wife and then his child!

[@mnirwin5112]

I couldn't figure out at first what was going on ... then I watched it again. What an incredible and powerful movie.

[@madisondavies7401]

its been a while since a short film has made me cry. I'm a mess.

[@outofbox9084]

I have the same ..I've watched it over and over again and crying..

[@pesantrentahfizhdarulmunir763]

exactly the same thing happens to me

[@RandomReviews2014]

The pan into jib birdseye shot at the start is just beautiful and motivational to the piece, as is the story in it's most simple form, even the actors play the roles well (no overacting!) and superb sound too. This is one of the best shorts I have seen, what a superb story and execution!

[@emilyhughes9879]

This brought tears to my eyes. So powerful.

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks

[@astroilona]

@@AmmarSonderberg can you make an english subtitles?

[@Mislav24]

Excellent short movie. Great acting, really moving dialogue and story, and such a powerful, thought provoking ending. So much said in just a little over three minutes. I really enjoyed it. "That they will see each other again..." That especially got to me. I really like watching these short movies on KZbin; a great chance for new filmmakers to put up their work and show their talent. Keep up the great work, you are talented. Looking forward to watching more of your movies.

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Mislav Thanks :)

[@CQLanguages]

Inpiring words!m thanks.

[@魔法のポテチ]

Regardless of how many times I watch this, it still hurts me as this is the reality of the world where conflict is still occurring somewhere out there and you can’t do anything about it as a civilian, and families are torn apart by these cruel atrocities

[@amandaroman3471]

I’ve never had anything hit me so hard in less than 4 mins I will never forget this film... everything was beyond perfect here- the story and the way it was told on the phone- scenery and even the actors- it felt so real and so heartbreakingly beautiful yet painful too. Wow. Just. Wow. Incredible piece is all I can say really.

[@aaronthedragonslayer1279]

So powerful and heartfel, the acting was phenomenal bringing true emotion and empathy to the screen. It brought tears to my eyes. I believe the awards are well earned.

[@HiSpeedz]

To be able to produce a emotional response in such a short amount of time...incredible.

[@filex00]

This was profoundly amazing. You spoke so much in a few minutes. Your talent could speak maybe reach out to all about the school shootings.

[@lizwalter2305]

The most beautiful short film I've ever seen...

[@GradKat]

OMG - that is just so beautiful! Most moving thing I’ve seen in a long time. Just mesmerising.

[@robertcollins9934]

An incredible job to create such an impact from such a short piece. Very Well written and the build ups subtlety is spot on with a very well executed finish 👌🏻

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thanks Robert!

[@gsmagesh]

Every defence minister should watch this! Wonderful short film 👍🏽👏🏽👌🏽

[@matthewboyce5123]

VERY WELL DONE! TO PORTRAY SO MUCH EMOTION IN JUST 3 MINUTES IS AMAZING!

[@marcomarulli9267]

Absoluty the best short - film ever watched. I swear it. Tears are going down throug my face writing it....this short - film make me cry...I'm sayng seriously. Thanks for made it and for publication

[@anitajonsson4379]

Such a beautifully profound message so perfectly portrayed. My heart hurts knowing that on domestic and on foreign soil war goes on. I am comforted with reassurance of the knowledge that life, too, goes on.

[@asmil04]

This movie proves that length of a movie is not necessary for a perfect movie. It can be happen in just 3:20 minutes too.. Double thimbs up👍🚀

[@jhuber350]

Unbelievably well done storytelling when you say so much with a few shots and a few words. Powerful!

[@angelmclaughlin6360]

Wow.....powerful short! Says so much in such a short amount of time. Thank you for sharing that!!!

[@fydenciarichardson2844]

this one makes me sad... i can't hold my tears everytime i watch this. well done.

[@Rootiii1]

Wonderful! Poignant and touching.

[@marciacorbin5751]

Thought provoking...life is so fragile, it can be taken anytime...there is no notice...live & love everyday

[@iagreewithyoubub]

It's easy to make people cry; it's harder to make them laugh.

[@brentgraves1151]

Wow.awesome movie.great job to all involved in making this .ty

[@sach201]

Strong, Powerful and Phenomenal! Kudos! DESERVES A WATCH

[@MariaZTAM]

Truth abt soilder's life ! Awsome story.... hats off

[@justme2me]

very moving...makes one think of all those children in war zones who have no one to call...

[@billmar6401]

I do believe this is most touching, moving and beautiful short film that I've ever seen. What affective, yes not effictive, story telling! The scenery, music and acting is superb. A lot of similar attempts at film making that I've viewed were disappointing and seemed to cheat me and others in the audience out of both their time and money. Though in this case your work was free! Thank you. I shall fall asleep tonight knowing that I watched something truly amazing and civilizing.

[@stefananderson6180]

this is what makes youtube better!

[@gdamien226]

this is what makes youtube at all

[@ratbabyy3117]

It't not

[@catherineg9943]

Thank you to all who serve our country. So many of you have had to make difficult choices, done things you were ordered to do that eats at your soul, and then there are those who've made the ultimate sacrifice. May your own Higher Power, bless you, give you strength and help heal you scars. Both those seen, and those unseen. ❤️

[@p0r5ch3911]

I'm on a short film Marathon. And there were some high budget fimls, some praised ones, but none of them build as much emotion as you did within 3 minutes. Great job.

[@metchawin]

Short but full of meaningful movement! People have never got any good outcomes in any War.

[@FTimes-gg7dy]

Wow, did it really win all those awards?!! It must be good.

[@durgaprasadg6854]

I am from IndiaWe don't watch many short films in English.But fortunately i saw the most heart touching film.Well performed crew.Thank u for such a nice thought.Well executed dear.Awesome

[@shellee-kimgold1940]

Brilliant. Profound in its simplicity. Thank you for the gift.

[@hootsleeptherapy]

Beautiful, evocative and very moving. A cut above most short films I've seen recently..

[@josue_domingues]

Wow! Much much better than a lot of long dramas around. Congrats!

[@vijayakrishnanmenon5358]

I saw a million stupid films with million views. This one is so emotional..

[@apistosig4173]

Ammar - you have a talent that you must exploit - thanks for THE CALL

[@viridianam.1626]

This short film is extremely beautiful and sad. This one really got me in tears.

[@danlonick800]

So much power & emotion, such depth & meaning all in this short film. Absolutely flawless by everyone involved. Wow 👌

[@jackdawson4253]

I am at a loss of words for this art

[@Charisma1]

wow such an amazing short movie!!!Really emotional and powerful!Many congrats to everyone who worked for this movie!!!

[@sahore1988]

Wow. No words how much I loved this short.

[@hansmeisterschulz5941]

Wonderful in helping us understand better, those who fight and DIE for our country! War IS real... So is love

[@kulkarniprash]

don't have words to describe, simply superb.

[@MrSamikshan]

I would just stand up & bow down to you with respect...This is just so good...the story of every day...but just so awesomely directed ! hats off !!!

[@landforsalebydannnylanddot8351]

Superlative. This breaks my heart... My Father just passed away over Christmas.

[@srinivasagamseenu3744]

Amazing short film ❤

[@Sibin17]

Simply amazing! So many things said in a short duration with perfection.

[@AafnaiOnline]

Really one of the best short movie at present time All the way from nepal

[@narutosheep1239]

Views Nepal fu

[@lizwynaco2222]

Namaste!

[@naveangairechhetri8903]

🇳🇵

[@mongololos4655]

Aua.Mitten in die Brust.Keine Worte.Wundervoll

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Mongololo´s Danke

[@Kampyy531]

“In war there are no winners, only widows and orphans.”

[@faustovalencia2718]

Thanks Ammar, at the end I have no words! Amazing!!!

[@taisezmoi4721]

I can't help crying everytime I watch this video.

[@VMKAROUND365]

why is this not famous?

[@ijale77]

I have to say, it’s a beautiful but sad film. The shot of her laying in the room is sad though beautifully filmed. Well done

[@commandingnationsintl7792]

Left me haunted. I could not move after the end, staring, staring.......

[@tunezzz653]

BRILLIANT PIECE OF WORK

[@oldsmokeymagee4947]

This is an incredibly powerful piece of film making. So well done on every level. Bravo!

[@ocramissab]

Amazing. Nice work full of intensity and emotion.

[@mcj6119]

Beautiful short. Thanks for this

[@ddh008ful]

Thanks to all who serve to protect our freedom!

[@ManishSahu3311]

This is Excellent short which shows Powerful bonding between dad and daughter. #RESPECT

[@mirabellewang]

So short yet so powerful. Deeply moving indeed!

[@bnbwhitezombie]

Wow, talk about a tear jerker! Excellent concept and movie though. Beautifully done.

[@BuriedHatchetProductions]

Amazing. Bone chilling. Had goosebumps through this. Amazing work! Well done!

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Action Cast Studios Thanks :)

[@skylasampson5141]

wow you killed me with this short!, it broke my heart!. very good.

[@bwaldron8449]

I have no words, just copious tears.

[@tracyrivera3030]

Excellent work, powerfully moving.

[@shadowmihaiu]

Just plain good. Thank you for this.

[@Alexandria197]

OMG, that is incredibly painful when you find out she is a soldier!

[@creativeandaliveat65]

A US soldier somewhere out in the world, fighting an endless unjustified war... for American "interests" far from home. Such pain.

[@Vixysix]

Outstanding!!

[@jaimetrevino4650]

Awesome story and production. The ending certainly gets you to think...

[@juliealderson8187]

I am just loving these short films

[@arunvalluvan4624]

Fantastico brother

[@umashankarshankar6981]

this not a ordinary short film this make a big impact into my heart... congrats director.

[@lucia9186]

Oh, my!! So so sad!!! Touching!!! Congrats!!

[@9MadamImadaM9]

Damn. War is a racket. This virtual reality holographic universe is outta control.

[@Oceans11.11]

😭 That was unexpected. Really powerful.

[@southrn9419]

Well as a person who really hates phone calls or always had that knot pulling and twisting inside my gut whenever one of my family calls but if its gonna be my last breath in my last time, i would definitely pick up the phone and give my loved ones my one last call even if its a long distance, just to hear their voicr 😭

[@officialkristenskeet]

Wow, this is incredible. I'm crying! Well done.

[@richathacker]

by far the best short film I have come across. Wonderful

[@AmmarSonderberg]

Thank You! :)

[@anantambisht4895]

Richa Thacker true.. BTW ur cute:)