Under the directorial hat of Daniel Wyland, ‘Superstar!’ opens to percussions, bass and rock music giving a fitting start to a 23:20 minutes long film. The short talks about a group of six people whose endeavour is to deliver a self-composed music piece at a songwriting competition. If they crack it, they stand a chance… Continue reading ‘Superstar!’ Unveils The Happenings Of A Music Studio!
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‘Shooting Star’ Is The Quintessential, Modern-Day, Digital Love Story!
Co-written and directed by Keaton Wooden and Dani Shay, ‘Shooting Star’ opens with the film ratings’ certificate. The usual green certificate shrunk to smartphone screen size and its wordings swapped for the film’s credits; you know at that very instant that you’re in for something novel. Set in the modern day and age, ‘Shooting Star’… Continue reading ‘Shooting Star’ Is The Quintessential, Modern-Day, Digital Love Story!
‘Hideous’ Is One Of The Best Scottish Thrillers Out There!
Produced by Emma Vaughn, ‘Hideous’ is a 16:33 minutes long film on the human instinctive reactions to unexpected news. When florist Marla Finch (Zoë Bullock) learns of her husband’s demise in the most peculiar way possible, her world collapses, as does her morals; or does it? Directed by Hamish Robertson, ‘Hideous’ is a thriller unlike… Continue reading ‘Hideous’ Is One Of The Best Scottish Thrillers Out There!
‘Giant Women, Micro-Budget’ Celebrates Low-Budget Filmmaking!
This action-packed documentary of 9:40 minutes in duration is about a filmmaker, Jeff Leroy, whose craft is controlled by tight purse strings. His films, made on a shoestring budget are in no way a hindrance to his lofty ambitions and dreams, however. This one stars three women who upon consuming some pills (supposedly) grow into… Continue reading ‘Giant Women, Micro-Budget’ Celebrates Low-Budget Filmmaking!
‘House Finch’ Is About A Mother’s Undying Love For Her Child…
As clichéd as it might seem, as tried-and-tested it might be, ‘House Finch’ still manages to tug at your heartstrings. For, in 18:44 minutes, director/writer Joseph Johnson’s film on a mother and her disabled son is emotional, authentic and moving beyond words. Penny (Adjoa Andoh) whose dedication and commitment towards people with special needs is… Continue reading ‘House Finch’ Is About A Mother’s Undying Love For Her Child…
‘There’s Something In The Trunk.’ Will Haunt You Forever…
Made by an Ex-Marine Corp Infantry Officer (Daniel J. Egbert), ‘There’s something in the trunk.’ is an unusual narrative of a compelling theme. It is a very humane depiction of someone’s very personal conflict and turmoil and the unabashed bearing of their soul for all to see. With only 3 actors starring in the film,… Continue reading ‘There’s Something In The Trunk.’ Will Haunt You Forever…
‘Little Shit’ Deconstructs The Myth Behind The Most Unpopular Kid…
Shit; the word itself reeks of disgust and loathing. It is something that we wouldn’t like to converse about let alone label someone as; but here, this movie’s title couldn’t have been apter. The film which is a recipient of several, prestigious awards (you will know why!) has been written and directed by Richard Gorodecky.… Continue reading ‘Little Shit’ Deconstructs The Myth Behind The Most Unpopular Kid…
‘After She’s Gone’ Recovers Love Through Loss…
Even though the film questions the choice, there is little doubt that the answer would remain the same for all; that to see their lost loved ones at least one last time. In Richard Mildren’s ‘After She’s Gone’ June and Max grapple with the gaping chasm left in their daughter’s stead. Trying to hold together… Continue reading ‘After She’s Gone’ Recovers Love Through Loss…
‘Alice’s Misfortunes In Underland & Through The Looking Glass’: This Tale Is As Urban-esque As It Can Get!
Every story has to have a happy ending, right? In the end, when the curtain falls, you want the poetic justice meted out. You want the lovers to meet and the underdog to emerge the hero. But, not all stories are meant to have that destiny. ‘Alice’s misfortunes in underland and through the looking glass’… Continue reading ‘Alice’s Misfortunes In Underland & Through The Looking Glass’: This Tale Is As Urban-esque As It Can Get!
‘Lil’ Tiger ‘ Is A Poignant Teenage Saga
In a world which can best be described as a bottomless pit, where vulnerable teens fall through and find themselves in situations they are ill-equipped to handle and from where the system does little to rescue them, it often falls to victims themselves to grow up quick, to keep themselves safe; and in general, just… Continue reading ‘Lil’ Tiger ‘ Is A Poignant Teenage Saga