Directed by: Chris W. OrrWritten by: Steven BriggsCast: Steven Briggs, Lenny Schmidt [Disclaimer - I met Steven Briggs while working with VPF's Script Recon] Swift shot: Quick-paced, amusing take on watching the tables turn on a couple of hit men. Jax (Schmidt) is a haggard, seasoned hit man who finds himself facing down the sins of his past while burying his latest … [Read more...] about Heart of Gold
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The Flying Fish
How belief shapes our understanding of the universe Written and Directed by: Murat Sayginer Swift shot: I am not an art critic, so I apologize to the creator, Murat Sayginer if this review doesn't completely capture the stupendous brilliance of his short film. I am typically drawn to story, but with The Flying Fish there is no real story. It's a kind of story told … [Read more...] about The Flying Fish
La Jetée
Directed by: Chris Marker Written by: Chris Marker Cast: Hélène Chatelain, Davos Hanich, Jacques Ledoux La Jetée, 1963, by Chris Marker, is a featurette set in an apocalyptic future, the denizens of which attempt to use time-travel to the past and future in order to improve their present. It was also the source of inspiration for Terry Gilliam's 12 Monkeys. The format is … [Read more...] about La Jetée
“Conduit” – a short film by Alyn Darnay
This is a film for students of film; you can leave the popcorn in your other pajamas. Swift shot: First, I have to admit, the short film is not my normal forte, but when I was offered a chance to screen fellow writer Alyn Darnay's short independent film, "Conduit", I was immediately excited. Any time I get a chance to experience something genuine that I know real … [Read more...] about “Conduit” – a short film by Alyn Darnay
