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Piranha (2014)
Intriguing and visually stunning short film
From the opening skyscraper shots of London, you can get a sense that PIRANHA is a short film worthy of your attention.
With the bold use of shooting black and white, director Elcid Asaei directs confidently with a visual flare that separates this film from most others that you'll find on the festival circuit.
The film builds an eerie sense of dread throughout it's short running time, with our main character being chased through the deserted city streets.
With an industrial sound design and most of the film being completely silent, one is reminded of Lynch's Eraserhead. Strong praise indeed, but praise that is worthy.
Looking forward to what this young filmmaker has to offer in the future.
Emulsion (2014)
Slick, stylish British thriller
I was lucky enough to attend a screening of Emulsion a few weeks back. The film is that rarest of things: an intelligent, well made British low budget independent film.
I was very impressed with Suki Singh's slick and stylish direction - the film looks gorgeous. The story twists and turns and keeps you hooked until the very end. It reminded me of David Lynch's work in many aspects - a deep undercurrent of an unsettling mood runs throughout the film, and there are several scenes which stayed with me for several days after wards.
Great acting, great storytelling. A film well worth checking out from a filmmaker worth keeping an eye out for.