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Film Festivals, Film Review

HSFF 2022 FILM REVIEW – MOSHARI, a post-apocalyptic film about two sisters seeking to survive in a world overrun by blood-sucking nocturnal creatures

HollyShots Oscar-Qualifying Film Festival’s MOSHARI is a 22 minute long horror short that follows two bengali sisters struggling to survive amidst a post-apocalyptic world overrun with vampire-like creatures. Up and coming talented writer/director Nuhash Humayun ( who has recently been signed by CAA and Anonymous Content)  chose the film’s namesake moshari (or mosquito net) from his native Bengali language. A trailblazer in the industry, Humayun’s … Continue reading HSFF 2022 FILM REVIEW – MOSHARI, a post-apocalyptic film about two sisters seeking to survive in a world overrun by blood-sucking nocturnal creatures

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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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