10 minutes of dating chaos that'll make your situationship look stable.
Amoeba follows the story of Jenny, who at a desperate effort to not third wheel with her best friend attempts to go on random dates. It's not that simple for Jenny as she discovers that the dating life ain't all that easy.
Acting
Bonello Boissevain's physical comedy in silent moments.
Writing
Economy of storytelling—whole arcs in glances.
Editing
Rapid-fire cuts mirror dating app whiplash.
Director
Jeremy Vella
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Maltese cinema rarely tackles modern dating culture; Vella's short became a festival sleeper hit for its universal relatability despite hyper-local setting.
The 10-minute runtime was a festival submission requirement; Vella originally had 25 minutes of Jenny's dating disasters.
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