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ReedKalisher
Recently Produced THE HALLS OF JACOB, THE SPLIT, THE LAST SUNRISE, THE WINNER. New short, now in Fest circuit, STILL LIFE.
Currently in pre for first feature, SCARS, starring Barry Bostwick.
Reviews
The Empty Building (2004)
Unbelievable!
The visuals are awesome, the concept is so creative. This film restores 'art' to the industry. After being pummeled with (so called) 'reality' programming and 'space aliens', it is a pleasure to watch this film delve into something more real and human. Without any 'spoiler', the last 60 seconds will tie together any lose ends you may have.
Discussions with Gio on the techniques, history of the film, actors and time spent were enlightening. The film truly explores inside the mind of a 'human being' who has been seriously (mentally) scarred in his youth. The multitude of thoughts as to 'how to deal' while growing up show the turmoil we can go through. Some of us succeed in dealing, others do not. This (40 minute) short has the potential to go on as a special (MOW), a series (weekly) or a feature. I hope everyone has a chance to see what kind of great work can be found in the world of 'short' films.
Reed Kalisher
End Game (2006)
End Game, Great action & cast
I love a good action film and this delivers non-stop. Cuba is (as always) excellent, as are Anne, James and the rest of the senior cast. I always love that big smile from Cuba, but never got it from this one. (The story is way too intense!) Without using a spoiler, I will say that I did have some trouble believing a 'civilian' (reporter) would be 'permitted' in on so much but HEY, it's a movie and it works. again, without giving away anything I might have envisioned several other options for the ending, but it still played well. Whatever minor flaws there were in the script (my opinion) were MORE than made up for by the action. It was well shot, but it's largely the editing that keeps you doubting your last guess. Just enough to tease, not enough to be 'confident'. Well worth the admission and time. Go see it!
Reed Kalisher S. Florida