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Tag Archives: Independent Film
Threshold review: Dir. Powell Robinson and Patrick R Young (2021)
Using the most limited resources, the small team have made a film that’s interesting and impressive, with two strong lead performances. Continue reading
Exclusive: Stelio Savante joins Jennifer Love Hewitt, Dolph Lundgren, Jerry O’Connell and Rob Schneider for family comedy Pups Alone!
Stelio Savante joins the huge cast for Pups Alone! Continue reading
![The South West Filmathon Thing #2 [Short Film Reviews]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/twitter-theme-3-1.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "The South West Filmathon Thing #2 [Short Film Reviews]")
The South West Filmathon Thing #2 [Short Film Reviews]
Part 2 of a selection of reviews from the Short Films I watched, as part of the The South West Filmathon Thing 2020! Discover new talent here..!
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The South West Filmathon Thing #1 [Short Film Reviews]
Part 1 of a selection of reviews from the Short Films I watched, as part of the The South West Filmathon Thing 2020! Much to discover…
![Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #4 Second Chances [Reviews]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/shorts-4-second-chances.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #4 Second Chances [Reviews]")
Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #4 Second Chances [Reviews]
Whether it’s a change of heart, a shot at redemption or just a big night out, sometimes life offers you a second chance. The real question is, will you take it? Continue reading
![Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #1 Altered Perceptions [Reviews]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/shorts-1-altered-perceptions.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #1 Altered Perceptions [Reviews]")
Two Short Nights at Exeter Phoenix – Shorts #1 Altered Perceptions [Reviews]
From rewritten pasts to snap assumptions, struggling streamers to flat earth fanatics, this collection of short films looks at the world around us and asks us to change our perceptions. Continue reading
The New Music review: Dir. Chiara Viale (2021)
A lot of heart but The New Music doesn’t quite break through onto the scene… Continue reading
Exeter’s 48 Hour Film Challenge is back, and open for submissions!
Exeter Phoenix’s 48 Hour Challenge is open… for all! Continue reading
Dates announced for Exeter Phoenix’s Two Short Nights Film Festival 2021!
Exeter Phoenix’s excellent Two Short Nights Film Festival to return in 2021… Continue reading
The winners of the inaugural Virtual LFF Audience Awards are…
The 64th BFI London Film Festival, in partnership with American Express, came to a close on Sunday night with a virtual ceremony announcing the winners of the inaugural Virtual LFF Audience Awards… Continue reading
BIFA announce pioneering Springboard Programme for emerging filmmakers
BIFA have announced its pioneering Springboard Programme for filmmakers longlisted in the BIFA debut categories…. find out more. Continue reading
Astronaut review: Dir. Shelagh McLeod (2020)
Richard Dreyfuss stars in this hugely watchable tale of caring, family and taking a chance for the things you love. Continue reading
![Gelateria review: Dirs. Arthur Patching, Christian Serritiello [Indie Film]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/image1-e1587751470832.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Gelateria review: Dirs. Arthur Patching, Christian Serritiello [Indie Film]")
Gelateria review: Dirs. Arthur Patching, Christian Serritiello [Indie Film]
Expertly made & beautifully shot, this has a charm that you just can’t ignore… Continue reading
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The Critic review: Dir. Stella Velon [Short Film]
Despite a few flaws, this is well written, stunningly shot with a beautifully observed performance at its centre. Continue reading
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