Violento (Violent)
This film features the sad story of a bullied teenager. While it was not as violent as I thought it would be, it had definitely pulled on my heartstrings. A moment of silence may be necessary after watching this.
South America
El Sombrero (The Hat)
Beautiful cinematography on this short film featuring a hat, though NSFW due to some titillating scenes. I wish I would not quite get to the point wherein I could feel resignation right on my fingertips. El Sombrero from HAiKU.films on… Continue Reading
Ataque De Pánico! (Panic Attack!)
No need for long dialogue nor crazy scientists to make a great sci-fi flick. This one’s got all the robots, aliens, and explosions you’ll need – plus a killer soundtrack. Ataque De Pánico! is a Spanish short film about giant… Continue Reading
Mamá
Mamá is among the creepiest things I’ve seen so far. (And to think- it’s only 3 minutes long!) Not watching that any time again soon. Interestingly, this inspired the mainstream director Guillermo del Toro to make it into a full… Continue Reading
Lo Que Haría (What Would I Do)
This short film is about a woman who is talking about her fictitious life to a telemarketer on the phone. Would you make up a story for a stranger to believe you are someone else? I think I would, if… Continue Reading