# The Guitar (2017)

> A boy discovers a storied guitar and turns a chance encounter into a heartfelt bid for his father's approval.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/635388

## Facts

- Runtime: 15 min
- Director: Michael Boston
- Cast: E.R. Ruiz, Samuel Whitehill, Michael Keyes, Michael Boston, Elisabeth Granli, Thaddeaus Ek, William Jeon, John Haegele
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6415154/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: warm, hopeful, touching, family viewing, inspirational short film programs

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