STONES: A Short Film by Matthew Hopper
The tale of “STONES” centers on a disturbed man who, while visiting his old family home in the Scottish Highlands, confronts a long-standing conflict with his stoic father. He must deal with a difficult period in their relationship, blending emotional depth with breathtaking landscapes. STONES received critical accolades at prominent film festivals, including Best Low […]
“Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times” Explores the Power of Human Connection
Marcus Markou’s critically praised British short film Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times (2018) tells a powerful story in under 12 minutes. It follows the lives of two men, Alistair and Samir, played by Laurence Spellman and Sargon Yelda, who cross paths at various periods. What begins as a confrontational encounter evolves into a story […]
The Barbershop (2022) – A Quiet Struggle, Directed by Isaac Carlton
The Barbershop is a short film by Isaac Carlton that shows what happens when a quiet, introverted young man gets a haircut. The film takes a simple event and turns it into a journey about discomfort and how hard it can be to speak up when things go wrong. Film Synopsis The story follows Jullian, […]
Room 88: A Time-Travel Short Film with a Comedic Twist
Mike Booth’s 2015 short film “Room 88” is a quirky British short film. The story revolves around a scientist obsessed with time, who tries to build a time machine, but things don’t go according to plan. Rather than being a straightforward science fiction adventure, the movie gives the traditional time travel story a humorous spin. Why […]
Out of Orbit (2021): A Moving Exploration of Grief and Love
Out of Orbit, directed by Jess Kay and Dann Emmons, is a touching short film about Esme, a little girl attempting to cope with her mother’s tragic loss. As her father remains paralyzed by his sadness, Esme is left to deal with her pain. Driven by a shared love of space with her mother, Esme […]
An Urban Allegory: A Fresh Take on Plato’s Cave, Set in Modern Paris
So what happens when two outstanding directors meet in Paris, discuss Plato, and decide to make a film? An Urban Allegory (or Allégorie citadine in French) is a 21-minute cinematic journey that debuted at the Venice Film Festival on September 1, 2024. It blends philosophy, city life, and a hint of youthful wonder in a […]
“Rhyme or Die”: A Dystopian Rap Battle Horror
The dystopian horror short “Rhyme or Die” follows five kidnapped strangers who are forced to rhyme to their kidnapper’s funky beats—or die. The film begins with five people waking up in a dimly lit warehouse, each wearing an iron collar around their neck. They soon meet their host, Dynamo, who explains the game’s deadly rules: […]
Unreel: Pushes the Boundaries of Reality and Fiction
Christopher Ian Smith’s (CI Smith) short horror film “UNREEL” explores a world where the line between reality and reel is blurred. This terrifying story explores the possibility of the end of cinema in the wake of the pandemic and offers a unique blend of suspense and symbolism. Synopsis Meet Lily, a film buff who gets […]
“Letters of The Dead” – A New Horror Short Film
With his latest horror short, “Letters of The Dead,” writer-director Vincent Dormani takes viewers on a haunting trip through the ghostly. The plot revolves around two friends who discover a mysterious letterbox capable of connecting them with spirits. The story unfolds as a girl finds a creepy letterbox from her deceased grandfather’s home. She prompts […]
‘Ophelia: The Curse of the Moat’ (French Short Film)
Discover ‘Ophelia,’ a French short film set in 1888 that weaves femininity, imagination, and folklore into an intriguing mystery. Klaudia Lanka directs. Synopsis Ophélie de Ferjac, a young blonde woman, is compelled to marry the rude Geoffroy Désormeaux in the 16th century. Her husband’s harsh acts seal her unfortunate fate as she longs to reunite […]