IMDb 6.4 2014 HD

Granny Smith

Granny Smith

2014
7 min NR USA
7 / 10
6.4 IMDB

The Grandmother of all excuses. Tropfest 2014 winning shortfilm.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Julian Lucas
Starring
Jack White / Sam Watkins

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

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Reviews

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Isabelle Moreau
Apr 22, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Granny Smith', the 2014 Tropfest winner, offers a cleverly constructed narrative around a relatable human failing: the art of the excuse. Described as 'The Grandmother of all excuses,' the film presents a scenario that is both amusing and…

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Samuel Croft
Apr 22, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

Emerging victorious from Tropfest 2014, 'Granny Smith' is a masterclass in minimalist storytelling. The film’s core, 'The Grandmother of all excuses,' is an inspired hook that the narrative deftly explores. Jack White and Sam Watkins deliver performances that…

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 22, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

As the victor of Tropfest 2014, 'Granny Smith' certainly makes an impression, primarily through its intriguing premise: 'The Grandmother of all excuses.' The film leverages this concept effectively, creating a narrative arc that, while brief, is engaging. Jack…

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Marcus Thorne
Apr 22, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

'Granny Smith' is a testament to the power of a singular, strong idea in short filmmaking. This Tropfest 2014 winner, introduced with the intriguing tagline 'The Grandmother of all excuses,' delivers a punchy and memorable experience. The performances…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 22, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

Tropfest 2014's champion, 'Granny Smith', lives up to its winning pedigree with a concise, concept-driven narrative. The film’s strength lies in its central premise, cleverly distilled into 'The Grandmother of all excuses.' Jack White and Sam Watkins deliver…

FAQs

Winning Tropfest in 2014 immediately placed 'Granny Smith' under a spotlight, indicating a positive initial reception from the festival jury and likely a significant segment of the audience. While detailed critical reviews might be scarce for many short films, its victory itself serves as a strong endorsement. The film's success suggests it struck a chord thematically or stylistically, earning it a place as a noteworthy recipient of the prestigious Tropfest award.