Broken Road

Broken Road (2009) from Lynsey Urquhart on Vimeo.

I had the pleasure of seeing this locally produced short film on Sunday night, under the stars, sipping a Cosmopolitan, eating popcorn, and sitting back in a bean bag. This film is one of a few that stood out for me at the film festival event Short, presented by The Last Beatniks and Elsewhere on the Gold Coast.

The cast performances are brilliant and the story flows effortlessly considering there is very little dialogue. The absence of dialogue is perhaps intentional, to provide an air of suspense.

Congratulations to the filmmakers who has collectively scored themselves a bevvy of awards for this production. I thoroughly enjoyed it and am proud that it's a local film of immense quality. Hope you enjoy it too!

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Wait For Me

Wait For Me (3 Minute Documentary) from Red Light Films on Vimeo.

Spare three minutes of your life to watch this short documentary about the power of a mother's love. I simply can't describe how much this little film touched my heart. Wait For Me is very powerful and deeply honest.

Director Ross Kauffman released this statement his experience making this film:

Peg’s combination of beauty, sadness and hope immediately drew me back in. We sat down by the pool and talked for hours on end about John, her family, and her dream to one day see her missing son again.

Kauffman also revealed that this short film is in production to become a feature-length documentary. I will reveal any news as it comes to hand. Enjoy this inspiring story.

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Mementos

MOMENTOS from Nuno Rocha on Vimeo.

Wow! Only one word can describe this short film: Powerful. A beautiful story about a lost father, a lost soul, and the kindness in people's hearts. Nuno Rocha has created a touching film using a wonderful colour palette that brings to life this man's world; cold, bleak and alone. Incredibly well filmed with a very real performance from leading actor, Rui Penna.

This short was produced for LG Portugal to symbolise, in a unique way, their brand motto: Life's good. A six minute film you cannot miss.

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Nuit Blanche

Nuit Blanche from Spy Films on Vimeo.

Directed by: Arev Manoukian
Cinematographer: Arev Manoukian

This short film is mesmerising. A fusion of old Hollywood glamour and modern technology, this film is much like a piece of art. It tells the story of two strangers who for a fleeting moment catch each others eyes. In that one fleeting moment they are captivated. Originating from one of Arev's daydreams, without a single word spoken and accompanied by excellent sound design, this film is brilliant.

Be sure to also watch the making of Nuit Blanche below.

Making Of Nuit Blanche from Spy Films on Vimeo.

MUTO by Blu

MUTO a wall-painted animation by BLU from blu on Vimeo.

After living in London for a period time, I became a fan of innovative and political street art. This is not political, nor is it the street art style that I admire, but the concept is great... street art in motion. When working in Cannes I saw this short film for the first time; presented at the advertising festival's annual showcase. Complemented by well-chosen sound design, this short animation is indeed quirky and would have been a labour of love by director, Blu. Definitely worth a look.

Lou Doillon for Vanessa Bruno

vanessabruno-Le Bel Eté-SS2010 from presse vanessabruno on Vimeo.

My great friend sent me this video, knowing that I would be inspired by its beauty and craft. I have always been a huge fan of French cinema... French everything infact. They seem to get it right... life and beauty that is. This short film is soft and sensuous, fun and warm. I love that its beautiful without being excessive; no excessive exposure of the body, no excessive hair and make-up, no excessive special effects. It's real. It's a breathe of fresh air in the world of fashion advertising. Enjoy!

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