Malcolm(2023)

Malcolm is a darkly comedic film about a man grappling with the aftermath of an emotionally abusive relationship. Unable to move forward, he pursues an unconventional path to healing: couples counselling with a sock puppet version of his ex-boyfriend, Malcolm. The premise sounds absurd, but the film treats its central conceit with surprising emotional depth, exploring how trauma, denial, and the human need for closure can drive us to desperate measures. As the sessions unfold, the protagonist confronts painful truths about himself and the relationship that shaped him. The film balances sharp humour with genuine pathos, examining vulnerability and the messy work of recovery. It's a unique meditation on love, loss, and the strange rituals we invent to make sense of heartbreak.