Short Film Review: The Legacy

The Legacy
Written and Directed by: Mike Doto
Starring: Jo McGinley, Louis Iacoviello & Paul Butcher

Last year we reviewed another short film from director Mike Doto, Peace. Well, he has sent over his latest short film, The Legacy. This time, Doto handles both the writing and directing for this film and in doing so proves himself as one to watch.

The Legacy is about a boy who discovers that his father is not the plain ol' dad he thought he was. That's all the plot information you'll get from me.

The Legacy is 12 minutes of pure 100% bliss. It is a perfect, flawless, and absolutely fantastic film.

The acting is superb from its perfect cast. As you watch you get this giddy sort of magical feeling in the pit of your stomach. It reminds me of when I was a kid and I got home with a new toy for the first time. It evokes a bit of that Christmas morning excitement.

The music could not be better and the effects are quite remarkable for a film that's not a Hollywood blockbuster.

Doto has given us a masterpiece of a short film. I'm feeling right now as I type this that this is the best short film I have ever seen.

The folks at Warner Brothers should take note here. This is the guy they want for the next Superman film. This is a guy who can deliver the feeling of wonderment that the movies sorely need.

When you get the chance to see it, I would rush out and check out The Legacy. It's a brilliant piece of work that is certain to put Mike Doto's name on the map.

For more information and to find out when you can see The Legacy, visit Seaside Pictures and become a fan at the official Facebook site.