Review: “The Sky” (Horror Short Film)
Matt Sears’ cosmic horror short “The Sky” is a fantastic idea in play, with more emphasis on characters and their emotions than the cosmic event, providing an intense horror experience. “The Sky” begins with two girls out in the field, spending their final minutes before the world ends. The visually arresting vision of a storm […]
“The Call of Water” – A message-driven environmental fantasy short film
The premise of “The Call of Water,” a short film by Kaya Tone, appears to be based on environmental consciousness and our duty for the sustainability of nature, especially water rights. The short film is currently being screened at several film festivals and hopefully will be made available online sometime soon. “The Call of Water” […]
“The Little Thief” (Short Film Review): A Depiction of a Child’s First Brush with Guilt
Finding some of the best films as a movie enthusiast is a wonderful experience, especially when it’s a short film with an original plot and sensibilities. In just three minutes, “The Little Thief” by Nicole Vanden Broeck transports us to a surrealistic world reminiscent of our childhood, where innocence and curiosity rule supreme. The film’s […]
Lorenza’s Bike (Short Film)
Patricio Mosse’s short film “Lorenza’s Bike” portrays the emotional journey of a young girl named Lorenza as she tries to comprehend the loss of her father in an aviation tragedy. Lorenza resides in a flat with her mother, Cecilia, who appears to be suffering from depression. She discovers pills next to her mother’s bed and […]
The Sprayer: A Sci-Fi Animated Short Film Depicting a Bleak World & the Hope for Change
Iranian director Farnoosh Abedi’s multiple award-winning sci-fi animated short “The Sprayer” is a powerful commentary on the devastating consequences of unchecked totalitarianism and climate change. The film depicts a bleak and barren world, ravaged by war, where the ruling sprayer army has forbidden any form of plant growth, whether public or private. In this dystopian […]
“EDEN”: The extraordinary story of transgender woman Eden Elgeti
“EDEN” is a short documentary on Eden Elgeti, a transgender wild-water swimmer. The film is directed by Charlie Bush and produced by Patrick Whinder-Montague. “EDEN” is a captivating short film that tells the inspiring story of Eden Elgeti, a transgender woman who defied the odds to pursue her dream of having biological children in the […]
Everybody Dies… Sometimes (Short Film)
“Everybody Dies… Sometimes” is a short film directed and written by Charlotte Hamblin. The film is a dark comedy about death phobia, and it follows the protagonist Mara as she struggles with the conviction that she has killed everyone she has come into contact with. The film features Tanya Reynolds, Mathew Horne, Emma Amos, and […]
“Detour” highlights the significance of finding joy in the ordinary
In her engaging short film “Detour,” Sumi Mathai tells the story of two strangers who find comfort in one another’s company while riding in a cab together. As Aarav and Nimisha, respectively, Vikrant Massey and Sayani Gupta give captivating performances in the film. As the movie progresses, we see Nimisha getting into an UberPool taxi […]
“Bug” (Short Film): Depicting the Effects of Parental Separation
“Bug” is a poignant and well-crafted short film that depicts the emotional turmoil and conflict that children often experience in the aftermath of their parents’ separation. The story revolves around Alma, a teenage girl who goes by the nickname “Bug,” and her struggle to reconcile her loyalty to her mother with her desire to reconnect […]
‘Mimine’ (Short Film): Captures the Beauty of Father-Son Bonding
“Mimine” is a short drama film directed by Simon Laganière and released in 2021. The film is the story of a father, recently separated from his wife, who finds himself spending time with his son for the day and decides to create an unforgettable moment for him. This ten-minute drama portrays the imperfect yet beautiful […]