The short has a boldness and freshness to it that makes it provoking and interesting. The film adopts style from both classic and modern sources; it falls within the zeitgeist of cinema today, but also but also draws on its roots. Mortals was written, directed, shot, and crewed by students. It is a rare gem of student work. The cinematography is stunning. It also really benefits from its brevity and packs a punch in a short amount of time.