Inspired by the works of poet Charles Bukowski, ‘I love Chinaski when he writes about death’ is an oeuvre on love, loss and everything in between. The film, in fact, is an ode to not just Bukowski, but life in itself for all its glorious trappings. When the conversations between an adult and a teenager… Continue reading ‘I Love Chinaski When He Writes About Death’ Is A Tale Of Love, Regret & Redemption…
Author: Indie Shorts Mag Team
Submission Deadlines For Oscar 2018 Announced
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today published its list of upcoming submission deadlines for 91st Academy Awards consideration. Submissions for individual categories and the General Entry/Oscars Submission Form (OSF) are due by 5 p.m. PT on the following dates: Monday, October 1 Animated Feature Film Documentary Feature Documentary Short Subject Foreign Language… Continue reading Submission Deadlines For Oscar 2018 Announced
‘Udaan’ Is The Harsh Reality We Don’t Like Being Reminded Of…
I woke up from the dream and tasted the aesthetics of reality but it was bitter. I added sugar to sweeten it but to no avail. I preferred to go back to sleep and pretend it never existed… Udaan (Flight in English) is a 10:15 minutes long (Bengali) film directed and produced by Kuntal Paul… Continue reading ‘Udaan’ Is The Harsh Reality We Don’t Like Being Reminded Of…
‘LUCID’ Recounts The Life Of An Ex-Addict…
This 38:22 minutes long film centres on Adrian (Samuel Gomez), a former addict whose own efforts to rehabilitate himself has doubled thanks to the will of his girlfriend, Nadia (Vanessa Rubio). If you thought director Adam Gonzalez would have it that easy for you, you’re mistaken! He flexes his directorial muscle to offer you a… Continue reading ‘LUCID’ Recounts The Life Of An Ex-Addict…
6 Incredible Books That Will Help You Boost Your Filmmaking Career
Short films are a very effective way of exploring how movies work out for a person individually. They don’t just save you from draining your pockets & time but also allow you to work with professionals at very low budgets or sometimes at no cost at all! Besides that, they also give you real-time experiences.… Continue reading 6 Incredible Books That Will Help You Boost Your Filmmaking Career
‘A Strange Place’ Is A Haunting Portrayal of An Alcohol Addict…
Alcohol addiction has had several portrayals on screen. But, first time director Joshwa Walton, focuses on the pangs and cravings to reach the glass rather than the often-explored consequences of having one. By flipping the narrative, he brings to screen, a haunting, tense and intensely discomforting portrayal of an addict. Through this short film, Walton… Continue reading ‘A Strange Place’ Is A Haunting Portrayal of An Alcohol Addict…
‘Tavern’ Explores The Fragility Of Siblings’ Relationship Against A Criminal Backdrop…
This 25:43 minutes short film by the Flaherty brothers centres on a broken family of the Taverns and their inherited heirloom. Scott Tavern (Ari Flaherty), an Ex-marine leaves his family on moral grounds and distances himself from being weighed under their criminal influence. His father Christopher Tavern (Peter Gonzalez) and brother Alex Tavern (Josh Flaherty),… Continue reading ‘Tavern’ Explores The Fragility Of Siblings’ Relationship Against A Criminal Backdrop…
‘Trophy Boy’ Is An Exposé For Those Addicted To Their Instagram Feed!
At 12:57 minutes, this short film by Emrhys Cooper is a pure revelation! It centres on James (also played by Emrhys Cooper), whose care-a-damn attitude is complemented with a luxuriously sponsored lifestyle that has left him with little to do besides frolic and booze. The film navigates its narrative by focusing on James and his… Continue reading ‘Trophy Boy’ Is An Exposé For Those Addicted To Their Instagram Feed!
‘141 A.D. – Mission in Dacia’ Is An Adventure Of The Ancient Folklore…
Director and writer Octavian Repede’s ‘141 A.D. – Mission in Dacia is a time capsule that takes you into Roman history. With sword yielding men in armoured attires, vast landscapes of virgin forests and a doomed fort, the premise is set for a solid, historical drama. Circa 141 A.D.; these were the times when Christianity… Continue reading ‘141 A.D. – Mission in Dacia’ Is An Adventure Of The Ancient Folklore…
10 Websites To Get Royalty Free Music For Short Films & Documentaries [Updated 2024]
Music is a preeminent source of expression that adds a pleasing note to the film. It sets the tone for the narrative & makes it more engaging for the audience. Irrespective of the duration of the film, a song or little melody can make the film seem out of the ordinary. A famous director once… Continue reading 10 Websites To Get Royalty Free Music For Short Films & Documentaries [Updated 2024]