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DIRECTOR SPOTLIGHT – Emrhys Cooper’s on his feature THE SHUROO RETREAT “I wanted to show the dangers of following unqualified people promising quick fixes”

British director Emrhys Cooper’s must see feature THE SHUROO RETREAT will be out Monday July 25th, 2022 on all streaming platforms and it is a film you don’t want to miss! We have all looked for help in some form or other over the years, whether it is just a chat with a friend, seeing a therapist or looking for some kind of alternative help. … Continue reading DIRECTOR SPOTLIGHT – Emrhys Cooper’s on his feature THE SHUROO RETREAT “I wanted to show the dangers of following unqualified people promising quick fixes”

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Film Review, Films, Short Film

MELBOURNE FILM FESTIVAL – Tom Furniss RUSTLING “A heartwarming tale of two brothers’ battle against fathers’ toxic masculinity”

RUSTLING is a dramatic short that explores the complex dynamics of a sheep-rustling family in rural New Zealand. Tom Furniss wrote and directed this film that examines topical themes like toxic masculinity and the loss of childhood innocence. This movie stars acting newcomers Billy Cox and Eden Flynn, as brothers Hoss and Blue who stand up to their domineering father (played by DC Comics’ Sweet … Continue reading MELBOURNE FILM FESTIVAL – Tom Furniss RUSTLING “A heartwarming tale of two brothers’ battle against fathers’ toxic masculinity”

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UK RELEASE – Emrhys Cooper’s Comedic Drama THE SHUROO RETREAT brings into focus the era of the questionable ‘self guru’

4 Digital Media has acquired UK rights to the comedic drama, THE SHUROO RETREAT directed by Emrhys Cooper. The film features Fiona Dourif, Donal Brophy, Tommy Dorfman, Emrhys Cooper, Rainey Qualley, Olivia Sui, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Jeff Hephner, Cornelia Guest, and more. The film was inspired by his family’s experience with Charleton gurus.   The film was written and produced by Cooper & Brophy, alongside executive producers … Continue reading UK RELEASE – Emrhys Cooper’s Comedic Drama THE SHUROO RETREAT brings into focus the era of the questionable ‘self guru’

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INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Spencer Cook and Parker Smith’s ACT OF GOD “A raw Comedy exploring the friendship between a disabled man and his caregiver”

ACT OF GOD is a short film made by friends and co-directors Spencer Cook and Parker Smith. The pair met through friends and became roommates several years ago, their relationship eventually developed to where Parker became not only a caretaker but also a  creative partner. This film explores their friendship and important issues that people with disabilities must face on a daily basis, while remaining … Continue reading INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL – Spencer Cook and Parker Smith’s ACT OF GOD “A raw Comedy exploring the friendship between a disabled man and his caregiver”

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INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL -Harry Brandrick’s THE OUT “A Vulnerable Voice to the Voiceless”

THE OUT is a short film inspired by writer/director Harry Brandrick’s firsthand experience of his own fathers drug addiction and how it affected their livelihood. This poignant, personal drama recounts Liam’s (Allan Mustafa; BAFTA winning writer/actor) first day taking care of his young daughter since his release from a penitentiary.  This short shows Liam’s first 24 hours with his daughter, and his attempt to pick … Continue reading INDY SHORTS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL -Harry Brandrick’s THE OUT “A Vulnerable Voice to the Voiceless”

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