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Motherland

Mona — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:56 +0000

Take a moment to breathe as Hannes Appell’s Motherland enthrall you to a state of awe. Set in a totalitarian propaganda world ruled from above, witness how a young girl spark off a revolution and challenge the ruling system or the motherland.

Using cuttig edge 3d real-time technology to depict a stylized past, Motherland offers the best of both worlds—it’s visually appealing and emotionally moving at the same time.

The narrative and imagery can be considered as the strongest suits of the film. Scene after scene, the viewers are treated with expertly rendered and framed images of stereotypic characters and motives that are abundant on the propaganda art of the 1920s and 1930s. The film succeedingly attempted to turn and deconstruct the concept of “motherland”, revealing terrifying truths behind the propaganda.

In Motherland, the filmmaker has brought the audience to the past—to the age of inverted totalitarianism. It showed a well-crafted model of the motherland during those times. The challenge now is how to model the motherland today.

Guilt

Mona — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:42 +0000

Dark and hauntingly beautiful, Guilt is a poetic thriller about good and evil. It’s a 2012 short�animation�project by director/animator Tobias Larson.

The film follows the story of a burdened creature with a dark past. She meets a gentle and�mysterious�cat that leads her to an experience that will transform and open her eyes.

Painting a stark contrast between two things, the creators attempt to discuss a dark narrative with colorful animation reminiscent of children story books. But the film plays this contrast as its�strength as the attractive visuals and charming creatures lighten the heavy narrative tackled in the film. This was a tricky decision because too much of blood or cuteness may lead to different conclusions rather on what the film wants to convey.

The lack of words/dialogues also helped in�intensifying�the impact of each imagery. It shows rather than tell the whole story�a basic mantra that every filmmaker should put into use.

As a whole, Guilt is a striking short that doesn’t only tackle a very complex premise, but also pushes our minds to dive deep and reflect the meaning of good and evil.

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Lili Marleen

Mona — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 13:00:10 +0000

Have a break and devour in the heartwarming short film, Lili Marleen. Based on a true story and inspired by Jack Leroy Tueller, the film is about a young American soldier who in the middle of a war, uses the power of music to reconnect with his humanity even if it puts his life at risk.

Set against the devastation of D-day, the story is a vivid depiction of time, place, and conflict. All these three factors pushed the main character to his limit�to grasp the tiniest sense of reality amidst the chaotic canvas he’s been living in the moment. One thing that I loved about the film is its use of silence and subtleness that paints a stark contrast to the film’s powerful setting. This said softness in the story also translates in the short’s visual images. The use of subtle darkness with a hint of light source (as if it’s early morning), sets a gloomy tone that reflects the main character’s emotion.

Simple yet concise, the film shows us how a simple melody can remind these soldiers of their humanity. And even after repeats, this piece of art even gets better in pulling our strings to the limits.

All in all, Lili Marleen produced by Whitestone Motion Pictures, is a beautifully-made film that’s guaranteed to push anyone’s buttons. So press play, enjoy, and learn how courage and hope go a long way.

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My Strange Grandfather

Mona — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:00:53 +0000

Dina Velikovskaya breathes new life into puppet making in her whimsical film My Strange Grandfather.

Though puppet animation is no longer popular in Russia, the 28-year old artist taught herself to make puppets and created this heartwarming stop-motion film. Running over eight minutes, My Strange Grandfather tells the story of a little girl who can’t understand his weird grandfather and his eccentric habit of picking up trash, only to discover something magical that will make him appreciate the old man.

The story lays a solid foundation for the whole film because it has a focused and penetrable center. Using only two main characters, the film was not polluted and excess sub-stories were avoided – it was easy to digest even for children.

Velikosvkaya exceeded expectations when in terms of�craftsmanship. Each detail was intricately done, and the variety of colors unify in each scene. Though the story was of magic realism, the visuals were not disorienting to eye.

My Strange Grandfather is an exceptional work of art that brims with imagination, originality, and beauty. Dina Velikovskaya has outdone herself; if there is a film to resurrect puppet animation, this is a good place to start.

Cupidon

Mona — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:00:41 +0000

Follow Cupid as he lives his worst day ever in Cupidon, a CG graduation short film for ESMA co-directed�by Simon Bau, Cl�mentine Choplain, Marie Ecarlat, Benoit Huguet, and Julien Soulage.

The film tells the story of Cupid and how a major mistake in a pair-up leads him to an�unforgettable�roller-coaster�adventure.

One of the film’s strong suits is how it created two solid characters that are both sweet and fizzy. The narrative is simple, accessible, and fun to play with. The use of mirrors as a tool to push the narcissist to the limits is very powerful as it created texture and climax to the whole story.

The short also treats us with smooth and colorful visuals. Hues of brown and blue to set reality are soothing to the eyes, while the neon colors in the chase seen evoke a high level of energy.

Inventive, original, and charming, Cupidon is an enchanting short that reminds you that maybe the only thing that comes between you and finding “the one”, is a moment and a missed arrow.

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Cooked

Mona — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 13:00:12 +0000

Watch an arctic love triangle between a walrus, a seal, and a lobster in Cooked. This 7-minuter animation is directed and designed by Jens Blank, produced by Tom Legget, and written by Caroline Brucker. Cooked became an official selection in the Cannes Film Festival last 2010.

Boasting enough wits and laugh to stand on its own, the short is a charming animation that caters to all audiences. The film sticks to a straight line narrative that’s easy to follow. Its light and accessible narrative, charming creatures, and slapstick humor makes this a treat for the whole family to enjoy.

The stronger suit of this film is the visuals. With crisp images and smooth body movements, the high quality of animation can be at par with mainstream animated films. Scene after scene, the film bursts with detail, soothing color palette, and texture that makes Cooked a pleasurable watching experience.

Produced at the Natioanl Film & Television School, the film features the voices of Stephen Mangan (Rob), Katherine Parkinson (Lucy), and David Morrisey (Dan).

Cooked is yet another marvelous and silly love story that hold its own lovable characters and humor. This is the kind of movie that’s perfect for kids, or even for the kids at heart.

John Henry and The Railroad

Mona — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:00:59 +0000

Atlanta-based Whitestone Motion Pictures has done it again in John Henry and The Railroad, a remarkable short film that tells the tale of John Henry, an American folk hero whose name has been used in the struggle for Civil Rights and the Labor Movement. Legend goes that after John Henry became a freedman, he took his son to find work in a railroad construction and make a new life for himself. But little did John know that something dialobolical was just waiting around the corner.

The film was directed by Brandon McCormick and produced by McCormick together with Nicholas Kirk. It Stars Roger Mitchell (John Henry). Michael Lluma (Henry’s Son), and H Russel (Narrator).

The film offers a new narative to the old legend as it changes John Henry’s fate at the end. Using a narrator, the filmmakers adds an overall coiuntry vibe to the story. You can actually see how a great vision came to life with remarkable craftmanship.

Along with a great narrative is a full production. The scenes were shot in such a high quality that can stand along mainstream productions.

Overall, John Henry and The Railroad is a product of pure talent and passion. It revives an old legend, giving it a new twist for audience of all ages to enjoy.

Caterpillar

Mona — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 14:00:34 +0000

Carrying psycholigical intrigue and precise emotions, Caterpillar, directed by the fashion photographer David Field, is a promising cerebral drama that’s sensitively realized and dramatically absorbing.

Since its release, this 15-minute short has already gained attention from the festival circuit with official selections, nominations, and awards such as Best Short Film in the Eeerie Horror Film Festival 2012.

The film tells the story of an old woman battling for youth and desperation. Her dilemma amplifies when she finds caterpillars lurking all over her house, only to find out that this nuisance would be the key for her long sought self-acceptance and happinness.

Fields’ background on concepts, production, and photography flawlessly translates to the film as each frame spills with visual spectacle and rich symbolism. The precise remoteness of the character to the outside world opens more room for images that plays within the boundaries of magic realism.

With special effects artist Ben Bornstein (300, The Fightet), visual effects artist Greg Silverman (The Black Swan), and editor Corey Bayes (Haywire, Contagion, The Informant, Che), the film lives up to the big names behind it. Scene afer scene, the audience is treated with beuatifully haunting images and a subtle examination on youth, happiness, and acceptance.

David Field has marked his brand on the film industry. Caterpillar is a must-see movie even for film connoisseurs.

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Tiny Little Words

Mona — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:00:29 +0000

There is nothing more satisfying than to take a break, breathe, and indulge to one wholly�accessible�film. From the brilliant makers of Jack and the Dustbowl�(Whitestone Motion Pictures) comes another absorbing film that will surely demand second or even third viewings.

Tiny Little Words is a 15-minuter short that begs the question, “No matter how painful, can any story played out long enough become a story of redemption?” Based on real events, the film unravels the story of two different people meeting together in the wake of personal tradegies, connected by an unexpected twist of fate.

There are two key players in order for this short to be effective�silence and script. I adore how the filmmakers effectively used silence to convey the intensity of emotions demanded by the script. The story has a precise, slow pace, that allows us to squeeze in between the conversation of these two odd characters, constantly teasing us to figure out what their stories are and how they are connected.

The single, no camera trickery shot was undeniably amazing as its simplicity and cleanliness drives the viewer to focus deeply on the narrative.

All in all, Tiny Little Words is a deeply contemplative two-person study that offers a compelling movie experience.

Solus

Mona — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:00:13 +0000

Here’s another animation treat for that much needed movie fix. Solus is a seven-minute film that tells the story of Carl, a man in his fifties who’s trying to lead a normal life in an curiously unusual set-up with his friend Eddy. One day, he finds a young boy (Sam)�unconscious�and brings him home. As Sam questions Carl’s way of life, the latter will understand that their meeting is not due to chance.

The film’s strong narrative conjures up a world of mystery, loneliness, and suspense. It’s a pleasant diversion from child-like themes as it discusses a psychological and emotional topic in a simple and precise manner. Scene after scene, the story builds mystery and tempts the audience to figure out the whole puzzle.

Textures, painting, and color was also an essential part of the short. The visual dazzle pouring on each frame firmly hooks the audience. Real-looking characters and objects also help the viewer to connect to the story.

For just several minutes, Solus�will enthrall us with a rich and aesthetically lovely masterpiece. So download, press play, and let this film be a pleasant diversion from that busy day.