Pirates learning feminism? This 17-minute chaos bomb makes toxic masculinity walk the plank.
A swashbuckling, action-adventure comedy featuring a progressive Captain dealing with a crew that's set in their old ways- all while confronting gender inequality and the lack of self-awareness of overt masculinity - but all seen through the eyes of 17th Century Pirates.
Writing
Sharp anachronistic dialogue. 17th century pirates saying modern dumb things.
Acting
Terence J. Rotolo's Captain: aggressively progressive, hilariously clueless.
Director
Matthew Gratzner
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The short's genius is making the 'ally' the punchline, not the pirates.
Matthew Gratzner primarily works in practical effects for blockbusters — this passion project is his chaotic venting session.
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