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…
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‘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…
Stella Velon’s The Critic Captures The Soul Of An Actress…
We hear the thunderous applause and the acceptance speech of the winner. The voice belongs to a self-deprecating & a witty woman. The words, however, seem rehearsed to the observant, but ring with a truth that’s thinly veiled. And then we see her. She is Stella Velon, the woman who plays the actress in ‘The… Continue reading Stella Velon’s The Critic Captures The Soul Of An Actress…
‘Son to Son’ Is About A Secret Waiting To Explode…
At 8:27 minutes, ‘Son to Son’ directed by Taron Lexton is an account of a late-night conversation between a father and son. Rae’s restaurant that sets the premise to their rendezvous bears witness to secrets, confessions and betrayals. The title alone should be a giveaway to the character development, but Lexton deftly manages to retain… Continue reading ‘Son to Son’ Is About A Secret Waiting To Explode…
‘Itsy’ Tells You How An Act Of Kindness Can Set A Soul Free…
Produced by Ariana Ventures and UK charity ‘Be Kind Movement’, ‘Itsy’ is a 12:00 minutes long film. Partly inspired by a true story (by Shavy Makh & Sameer Puri), the film is a fictional narration of two neighbours and an unsuspecting friend who forges their unique bond. Directed by Amy Mathieson & Premila Puri, the… Continue reading ‘Itsy’ Tells You How An Act Of Kindness Can Set A Soul Free…
‘Birthday Bash’ Brings Back The 80s’ Famed Slasher Horror Back To Screen!
The film opens to Jesse Thum’s music and it turns your calendar to about three decades ago. It’s the eighties and for another 15:54 minutes, director & writer Colin James ensures that you don’t forget it. The popular horror genre of the eighties with the stock characters, gory visuals and thumping music made for the… Continue reading ‘Birthday Bash’ Brings Back The 80s’ Famed Slasher Horror Back To Screen!
‘Bonsai’ Offers A Way Of Coping With Loss…
‘Bonsai’ is a 14:08 minutes long film, directed by Sebastian Ortiz Wilkins on loss, pain and healing. When Frida (Cassandra Naud) loses her mother Lu (Katia Plotnikoff), little does she know how to cope with the monumental loss. Her father, Finn, played by Paul Snider is equally lost, being grief-stricken himself. As the two struggle… Continue reading ‘Bonsai’ Offers A Way Of Coping With Loss…
‘Type’ Creates The Much Needed Awareness On Type I Diabetes.
Written & produced by Buffy Milner, ‘Type’ is a 7:46 minutes long film on Type 1 Diabetes. For those unaware of this common ailment, the film could be educational and for those on the verge of losing their hope, this could be a revelation. Jamie (Buffy Milner) leads the life like most girls her age… Continue reading ‘Type’ Creates The Much Needed Awareness On Type I Diabetes.
‘Affection’ Is The Answer To Your Insecurities!
Even the smartest woman second guesses her decisions. Even the most handsome face has his insecurities. There’s no one who isn’t vulnerable at some point. It’s natural to build walls around you when life throws unpleasant experiences. But, what are you without them? Who are you beneath them? These are the fundamental questions pursued in… Continue reading ‘Affection’ Is The Answer To Your Insecurities!