The Marvel Cinematic Universe has spent the last ten years or more moulding and melding a behemoth of reachable, relatable characters, even if quite a few have superpowers. Of late thought, Kevin Feige and the covert MCU conspirators have been introducing the lesser known and more obscure characters deep from the Marvel Universe catalogue – … Continue reading
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An elegant piece of minimalist horror… Continue reading
Make Between the Lines even better – Get your Crowdfund on with this South West Indie! Continue reading
Get ready for some spine-tingling ARROW Shorts on the new ARROW Player… now! Continue reading
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If you enjoy Spaced or Black Books, you’ll love the character and comedy of this short film. Continue reading
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Intense and chilling… Continue reading
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A surrealist-esque piece with a knowing, melancholic air…. Continue reading
Exeter Phoenix’s excellent Two Short Nights Film Festival to return in 2021… Continue reading
“Sometimes the most dangerous journey is to the centre of your own mind…” Continue reading
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An impressive directorial debut and an expert character piece that’s impossible to forget… Continue reading
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Beautifully shot with Daniel Davids giving a particularly great performances in the lead role. Continue reading
![Bone review: Dir. Rica Sweeney [Short Film]](https://criticalpopcorn.files.wordpress.com/2020/04/mv5botdlmmm1zwuty2i2yi00nzg5ltk1mtatzjgxodmwmji3nwe1xkeyxkfqcgdeqxvyodg3odm5mzu40._v1_.jpg?w=290&h=290&crop=1 "Bone review: Dir. Rica Sweeney [Short Film]")
Very well created with its own unique charm but ultimately the whimsical tone doesn’t quite gel with more sinister moments. Continue reading
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Inspired by Margarita Zhitnikova’s own struggles, this is a smart, high quality short that creates a compelling story and character. Continue reading
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Sharp, strong and impressive. Choker grabs your attention and deserves it. Continue reading
Help to Kickstart ‘I Love You, Guys’ – A short film about music, fame, pain and ultimately, love… Continue reading
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