Film Reviews & Movie Analysis

Written & Directed by Alexander Saul

A Jewish convert goes to a Muslim doctor to have a holy snip (13mins).

This short film relies heavily on Louis Bodnia Andersen to convey the range of internalised emotions his character, Adam, is going through. Sometimes it works beautifully. In one scene, Adam nervously removes his Star of David necklace in the waiting room, and in another we see him awkwardly clamber half-naked onto the procedure table. It’s both humorous and unexpectedly tender.

At other times, the reliance on non-verbal storytelling doesn’t quite land, leaving us playing a game of guess the emotion – particularly when Adam stares fearfully (?) at the ceiling right before the procedure.

But what we infer from the film matters far more than these fleeting, and occasionally stomach churning, moments. Humour is used to smooth over the cracks of discomfort, making this a subtle yet powerful exploration of connection across cultural and religious divides. From the quiet support of Adam’s Muslim father, who accompanies him to the appointment, to the casual indifference of the medical staff, it becomes a story about unity, faith, and respect for others’ beliefs — and really, what could be more important?

Curious about Snipped (2025)? You can learn more about the short film here.