Special Ten Analysis

The Shovel
Short Film
Directed by Nick Childs
Produced by Nick Childs & Steve Hardwick

www.theshovelmovie.com

Technically, in terms of shots used this film was not particularly special but what really set this short film apart was the story line. it was only until the last 10 seconds of the film that you knew what had happened. The film made you think a number of things and a range of emotions which is exactly what a short film aims to achieve. There were a number of times that the shovel was emphasized and it was the only thing that linked all the people in the film. You are persuaded to believe something which isn't true and this is an aspect i definitely need to consider if i am to make a successful short film.

The Gift
Short Film
Directed By Markus Wambsganns

www.kaliber16.com

I really loved this short film, the attention to detail made the film really interesting. The twist in the story line made the short film so interesting. The connection between the two different shots on the screen was fascinating to watch, and emphasised th epoint that theres a story behind everyone. a lot of macro photography was used on the right and the shot on the left stayed much the same. The voice of the narrator made the story seem quite relaxing and ordinary even though the ending was far from ordinary. When making my film i would really like to use the same structure of having two moving shots on the same screen.