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Archive for the month “February, 2013”

New & Notable: April

Directed by: Alan Spearman

001_April_mThe photography here is quite good and the director moves through the narrative at a brisk pace.  It’s a beautiful study contrasting the secrets we keep as children and the ones we keep as adults.  The child understands that it is scared, the adult understands why.  Despite the substantial differences, the director allows for both of his characters to speak of their understanding whimsically which adds depth and substance to the barely audible words.  An official selection of Slamdance 2013.

Memorable Short from 2012: Foolishly Seeking True Love

Directed by: Jarrett Lee Conaway

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To be honest I don’t remember when I first saw this.  It was most likely 2011 but oh well.  This is a great combination of sleek storytelling and style.  From the opening shot, as we slowly move back from our hero and through the tambourine, you know that you are about to see something special.  It has an air of fantasy, fairy tale, and foolishness which is never overplayed.  The filmmakers don’t go for the joke but rather allow the moments to play out naturally and treat the wistful improbability of the situation earnestly. It’s really quite funny and sweet and just the thing for the pre-valentines day blues.

 

New & Notable: Bear

bearA small tribute to Jack, played by Director Nash Edgerton,   a memorable young man who deserved his very own sequel.   In order… Spider and Bear

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