“Buck” (the movie) and Buck (the person)
HUGE HIT at Sundance Film Festival
January 2011, “Buck,” Director Cindy Meehl’s documentary about Buck Brannaman premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, Park City, Utah. Craig and I were there.
Setting: ski town.
As a former ski bum, the Park City atmosphere is familiar to me; the ski athletes focused on their prowess, ski bunnies eyeing the athletes, the chi-chi shops and casual elite nightlife. However, Park City takes on an urgent tone when the Sundance Film Festival lights up the town. One Park City shop keeper wryly described the influx of independent film cognoscenti as “the invasion of people in black.” She was obviously comfortable making this remark to me, because I was obviously not of their sophisticated, black garbed, uptown ilk.
Cedar Creek Productions enigmatic
and soon to be iconic, movie poster.
All photos used by permission.
Wardrobe: mostly black.
What is it with East Coast people and their lack of wardrobe color? Aside from the black clothing (that set them apart from the skiers, who are famous for their eclectic and often vivid wardrobe choices), it didn’t take long to pick out the independent filmmakers, intently cruising Park City. Like horses and cultural groups, filmmakers have a feel to them. Through observation and blatant eavesdropping, I’d say, independent filmmakers are intense, a bit cerebral, and focused (pun intended); and movie making is the mission at Sundance.
Theme: self assurance.
Cowboy Ray Hunt’s “adjust to fit the situation” is good advice in any setting. With wit and abundant charm, Buck settled into the movie scene with ease. With the movie, “Buck” taking on a life of its own, I now feel obliged to distinquish between “Buck,” the movie and Buck, the person.
Buck Brannaman (the person): leading man, in every sense.
Mary Brannaman: leading lady, gorgeous, former Ford model, poise and style.
Lauren Swenson: daughter, ready-for-anything, participant and keen observer.
Reata Brannaman: her father’s daughter, gracious and honest. (“I’d rather be roping.”)
Brannaman Family at Sundance: (left to right) Lauren, Buck, Mary, and Reata. (Daughter Kristin was working, unable to come to Sundance). Cedar Creek Productions Photo.
(Left) Sherrie Flynn riding her colt for the first time, during clinic filming. Emily Knight photo.
Extras and Bit Players (the local bunch included):
Gary Myers: oil field, ranch and family man.
Sherry Myers: Gary’s vibrant, independent wife.
Tate Myers: son, silent type, deep thinker.
Sherise Myers: daughter, looks like a movie star. Don’t let impressions fool you. This competent girl works on the oil production slope in Alaska.
Nate Miller: Sherise’s fiance´ and solid Alaska man.
Billy Flynn: cowboy, raconteur and bon vivant (French literally translates, “good liver.”)
Sherrie Flynn: could double as a runway model, prefers to run her ranch and ride horses.
Craig Staley: avid outdoorsman, wears “camo” as formal attire.
Betty Staley: along for the ride, happy to hop out of the truck and open gates.
At Sundance, the men were handsome in their Western suits and hats, their wives and daughters beautiful. We joined Cindy’s movie crew and their delightful families. It felt like an extended family reunion, where you might not know all the “relatives,” but you’re sure glad to meet them. At first, Sundance did not feel like a movie premiere. That was deceptive.
Gary (left) and Craig being interviewed by Cindy, during filming. Emily Knight photo.
Being a part of a documentary and a blockbuster film premiere is not the norm for me, my cowboy friends and our families. But, it can never be said that we didn’t make the most of it. As if the cowboy hats, vintage Pendleton plaids and formal attire “camo” was not enough to draw attention to this group, one evening as we wended our way through the crowded streets, headed for the Mustang Bar (appropriate for this entourage), Billy Flynn belted out, “MUSTANG SALLY… you better slow your mustang down! MUSTANG SALLY…. oooooh, baby….” Heads turn, people smile.
As news spread that Cindy’s movie was the industry “buzz,” the Sundance experience settled into a bucking horse rhythm; startling and also reassuringly predictable.
Buck and Billy visiting. That odd black object (on the right) is a camera tripod moving… out of the shot! Emily Knight photo.
In addition to being a respected, independent film venue, and a career maker, Sundance is also a mega spectator event. Movie fans by the thousands clog the streets. Getting tickets to any movie at Sundance is a convoluted feat. There’s a lottery and long waiting lines. At the “Buck” premiere, according to veteran movie goers, who were waiting in line, “Buck” was the “hottest ticket in town.” Considering the movie lineup the audience could choose from, that added to my premiere jitters.
Opening Scene: Library Theatre.
At the first public screening, sitting in the darkening theatre, my stomach did flip flops. Would the audience like this movie? Would they understand our Western way of life? What would they think of Buck? From the first fade-in to the credit roll, the audience was spell bound. Me, too. The audience laughed, cried, and at times, the silence was so intense, I couldn’t hear anyone breathe. After every showing, the audience gave Buck a standing ovation.
We basked in our “Buck’s entourage” status. We hung out in theatre green rooms with the Brannamans, the movie crew, family and friends. We dined at fabulous restaurants, enjoying the camaraderie of shared elation. Brian (establish author, not in danger of becoming Mr. Cindy) Meehl, Andrea (Creative Consultant, vivacious communicator) Medich and I spent one late night in a rollicking, ranging discussion of all things creative and pertinent to life. When Robert Redford arrived at the premiere party dinner, Craig got to shake Redford’s hand.
Cindy with Robert Redford, at dinner.
Cedar Creek Productions photo.
Trekking along on a press junket, we saw the backstage makeup rooms, interview sets, an assortment of movie stars, and movie makers in the making. Craig and I also held countless stranger’s cameras, who asked to have their photo taken with Buck. Buck kept pace with it all, screenings, interviews, and fans, fans at breakfast, lunch and dinner, every street crossing, and in the lobbies. After each showing, the number of Buck’s fans grew. Cindy was besieged, too, with industry reps, inquiries and future options. The hit movie phenomena experience was non-stop.
Wearing what may become his trademark Pendleton Plaid, Buck on Main Street, Park City, talking to fans. The Paparazzi also received the same courteous response from Buck. Lauren Swenson photo.
Wardrobe Change: mostly grey?
For someone who relishes my rural solitude, Sundance was surreal. One of my favorite experiences was rummaging around Park City with new friend Tina Cornish, from Chico, California. Tina appears in a pivotal sequence in the movie. Tina’s mostly grey wardrobe was assessed as “needing some color.” (Does that mean documentary cast members, in grey are not to be confused with East Coast movie makers, in black?) Tina and I dutifully gallivanted through Park City, looking for a colorful scarf. Horse crazy, instant girl friends, Tina and I decided to buy and tie around our necks brilliantly colored, panty hose.
Now, that’s a fashion statement. Knowing what the official response would be to our silliness, we laughed until our sides hurt. We also came to our senses. Tina bought a flattering soft yellow scarf, which she never wore. She looked stunning in grey.
Q&A: wrap up.
During the Q&A after each screening, the audience sat rapt as Cindy answered questions about her vision and dedication that created this movie. Buck answered questions about horses, his personal life, and the future. Asked for his favorite moment in the movie, Buck replied, “When my Mom (Betsy Shirley) said, ‘…he was just an ordinary boy, he didn’t show signs of early genius.” The audience adored Betsy’s candor. They also fell in love with Buck’s love and respect for his Mom.
Buck with his foster Mom (Betsy Shirley). Emily Knight photo.
When the movie won the Audience Award, Buck went beyond the usual acceptance speech (those traditional industry thanks to everyone and their brother). Buck spoke about the courage to be different. He gave one of the best acceptance speeches at the award ceremony. The award ceremony party was a multi generational “let your hair down” ballroom DJ bash. Cindy, Holly, Tina and I danced with each other, with other movie crews, and anyone else that wanted to dance. Meanwhile, Buck, Mary and Reata spent the evening signing autographs and standing for more fan photos.
It was all fun and went by in a joyous blur.
Under the party lights (left to right): Tina Cornish, in va-va-voom blue, Cindy Meehl (in BLACK!), Holly Meehl (daughter and ever so tolerant companion of her raucous, celebrating elders), and Betty Staley. Do we look like we have been dancing our hearts out?
“We partied like rock stars,” said Cindy (sans the substance abuse). Cedar Creek Productions photo.
Staley Homestead during clinic filming. In the arena (left to right), Billy Flynn, Betty Staley, Sherrie Flynn, Craig Staley, and Gary Myers. Producer Julie Goldman can be seen in the arena alleyway (behind Craig and Gary). Director of Photography Luke Geissbuhler is in the cherry picker boom. Emily Knight photo.
For Craig and me, being a part of a documentary is a once in a lifetime event; a memory we will cherish. Our property was one of the film locations, which involved so many of our dear friends, clinic riders and animals (who appear in the film). Hosting a clinic is a labor of love that I look forward to every summer. Hosting a clinic that’s being filmed was challenging, at times. But at the end of each day, while the clinic participants relaxed, the film crew was still working, filming us, relaxing. Cindy required the same work ethic from her film crew that dedicated riders have. That is a big part of why this movie works. Cindy surrounded herself with film professionals that fit in like work gloves at a working ranch.
Filming at Staley Homestead. (Below)
Cameraman Chris Clements and Producer Julie Goodman.
Emily Knight photo.
Credit Roll: best supporting actress.
(or, there are no small parts, only small actors)
Sound: vaudeville drum roll
Since the premier, the most common question I’m asked, “What’s it like to see your face on the big screen?
Great insight on my part. “I dunno.”
This question stumped me, because I didn’t even notice myself.
My lack of self consciousness is a tribute to Director Cindy Meehl and Editor Toby Shimin’s brilliant work. During filming, I felt comfortable with the movie crew. Toby wisely cut out my most awkward moments. At Sundance, I saw the movie three times and I didn’t think about myself on the screen, one time. Even when I knew I was coming next, I was still swept up in Buck’s story, every time.
Have you ever seen a movie, where you know what’s coming and it only enhances the thrill of watching to the end? “Secretariat” comes to mind. Most of us know that in real life Secretariat won the Triple Crown of horse racing, but watching the movie “Secretariat,” the audience is still on edge, rooting for Secretariat to win. That’s good story telling. Cindy achieved the same thing. Buck’s story is familiar to me. I know it’s me on the screen, too. But the compelling way Buck’s story unfolds in this film is funny, breathtaking, emotionally charged, and disquieting, packing a tremendous message that pierces viewers’ hearts. I’m not distracted by my face. I’m transfixed by the story.
I cannot wait for everyone to see this movie.
For those who know Buck, and everyone, who cherishes this style of horsemanship, Director and Producer Cindy Meehl did us all proud.
Thank you, Cindy. Thank you, Buck.
Director and Producer Cindy Meehl.
Emily Knight photo.
Buck, the person, during filming of “Buck,” the movie.
Emily Knight photo.
Sham-less Plug (spelling intentional):
Buck (the person) is scheduled for a clinic at Staley Homestead, August 5-8, 2011.
“Buck” (the movie) is slated for cinema release, nationwide, dates and locations to be announced. Ask your local cinema TO GET THIS MOVIE. Even if I’m in it, it’s still a great movie.
To see on location photos and a movie trailer, GO HERE.


A new film exploring Cannabis and young people has been produced by a Northamptonshire based charity to help raise awareness.
CAN, part of Recovery Focus, has teamed up with Birmingham based Urban Head to produce the short video to highlight the potential harms of drugs and the impact they can have on young people.
Ali Mills, service manager of Ngagae, the young people’s team at CAN, said:
“The aim of our film is to raise awareness about Cannabis and the issues it creates for young people.
“Lots of young people know drug users, but feel it is recreational despite seeing the impact it can have on people.”
The film focuses on a young couples relationship and recreational use of Cannabis. The film offers a realistic view of the addictive nature of Cannabis as we see recreational use develop into addiction.
The film is available on YouTube and can be viewed here:
Young people who access the Ngage service played a key role in producing the film from scriptwriting to editing gaining hands on experience of film production.


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Cut from the same collaborative cloth of innovative films New York, I Love You and Paris, je t’aime, it’s the human experience that’s highlighted in the ambitious new video and music project, It’s All So Beautiful, It’s All So Strange, premiering October 14 at The Queens Head in St. Petersburg.
Based on the music from Far and Away Records recording artist Ryan Powers Boyle’s recently released self-titled album, It’s All So Beautiful, It’s All So Strange features a collection of short animated and live-action films by 10 filmmakers from around the world. Shown together, the films tell the story of a man living through 10 chapters of life, or through 10 unique yet interrelated lives, depending on the viewer’s perspective. The film will be shown concurrent with Boyle’s musical performance of the material.
“As far as I can tell this kind of project has never been attempted before,” Boyle said. “Pink Floyd did The Wall, the Qatsi Trilogy blended film and music in a very abstract way, and plenty of bands have made videos of their songs, but to tell a single musical narrative through the eyes of 11 unique perspectives — 10 filmmakers plus myself — I’d like to think it’s a first.”
Though spearheaded by Boyle, the Florida native is only 1/11th of a diverse group of collaborators. Contributing filmmakers include Qian Shi (China), Lilian Chan (Hong Kong), Panagiota Chaidogiannou (Greece), Will Donovan (Boston, MA), Wes Pratt and Chris Giuffre (St. Petersburg, FL), Jens Toivakainen (Finland), Emily Bailey (UK), Yilu Zhang with Co Lab Studios (China and Savannah, GA), Sidney Manuel (Fort Lauderdale, FL), and Joseph Winchester (Austin, TX).
“The vastly different cultural perspectives at work here really help to make this something special,” Boyle continued. “Coupled with the music — arguably a universal language — this project has to be the most broadly realized work I’ve been a part of.”
In addition to the Queens Head premiere, It’s All So Beautiful, It’s All So Strange will be shown as part of Boyle’s live concerts in a US tour beginning in October.


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Conan the Barbarian will be the next feature film to be released with D-Box motion coding technology, allowing movie-goers to sit in the VIP D-Box MFX seats in participating theatres, and enjoy shakes, shimmies, and rumbles in sync with the on-screen action.
This represents D-Box's third feature film with Lionsgate, and continued growth of the company's business on the commercial end of the market. The technology will translate well to Conan, an action flick full of battle scenes and high-action movements.
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One from the Heart is an independent company based in Athens, Greece focusing on film distribution, programming, and consulting. One from the Heart works in association with independent filmmakers, cinemas, film festivals and film societies. Our primary aim is to promote unique independent filmmaking from around the world in festivals and cinemas alike. To achieve this, One from the Heart distributes and curates films to promote diversity in exhibition content, audience and location, developing a culturally – led approach towards an economically sustainable independent production and exhibition. Our key activities are: film programming, producing and distributing, press promotion and consultancy on film festivals and sales agents.
Lefteris Adamidis worked for six years (2005 – 2010) as the Artistic Director of the Independence Days section of the Thessaloniki International Film Festival, where he curated retrospectives of Apichatpong Weerasathekul, Ousmane Sembene, Jan Svankmajer, Terence Davies and Mikio Naruse, among others. He also curated a program of silent films accompanied by live music commissioned especially for the occasion and performed by local musicians. He was also member of the International Competition selection committee, and worked as the editor of several festival publications and as the coordinator of round table discussions. In 2009, he collaborated with the Austin Film Society as an advisor to the Greek Film Series. Before Thessaloniki, Lefteris was the Programming Director of the Athens International Film Festival (2002-2004). He has been a regular contributor to Cinema magazine since 1999 and he has also worked as the programming director of Athinais cinema in 2003. He has been a regular festivals attendee either as a press or industry guest since 2002. He is currently collaborating with the Edinburgh Film Festival as program advisor.
Sofia Angelidou has studied Media and Communication in Athens and History of Film and Visual Media in London, where she worked as an intern at the Programme Unit of the British Film Institute. Later on she worked at the Greek Film Center, in film production and at the Association of Greek Independent Audiovisual Producers. From 2005 till 2010 she worked at the Thessaloniki International Film Festival, coordinating the masterclasses and the music events, handling the presence of the vip and international jury guests, to name just a few among various duties and activities. In 2013 she became a Berlinale Talent Campus alumni.


The inevitable is a screenplay for a science fiction film. Caroline Spenser, a sixteen year old has settled in Kenya after moving a long way from Canada. She becomes accustomed to the place; she loves the school and her new friends Lena and Harold. One morning when she is going to school she feels watched. As she enters the bus and sits by Lena, she hears a car approaching them quickly. An accident almost occurs but she manages to stop it and protect everyone else in the bus by creating a force field. It is then when she discovers that she has powers. However, no one believes her. After somehow convincing her friends to help her gain more information, she faces new challenges. There is someone out to get her; who endangers her life including her friends’. Read more to discover the mystery behind her powers.


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Being such a travel fanatic, I absolutely love this short movie. At only 26 minutes in length, it’s great for procrastination or just a good watch. Yes it’s got romance, comedy and all sorts of cliches but damn, I love it. Probably one of my all-time favourites! I really encourage you to take a watch of this!
Why is this my favourite short movie?
- It has such a low exposure at this time, despite being available for quite some time. This is a quality piece of work which deserves to be more wide-spread!
- It is incredibly inspiring and encourages you to take life and experience everything it has to offer you
- It’s got such a romantic theme behind it, and it’s heartwarming as a result
- It is also a comedy in some sense, with both irony and self depreciation.
- So much is condensed into a meaningful and powerful movie
- It’s the first film ever shot and edited at 35,000 ft in the air!
“Departure Date” a story about taking control of your own destiny and following your heart, regardless of where it takes you to. When Jake lets the girl of his dreams slip from his grasp, he experiences a heightened, magical awakening at 35,000 FT with the help of the eccentric and soulful passengers that he comes into contact with. Will he be able to take control of his destiny and get the girl, or is that just another movie cliche?
(Sorry for the short post but it speaks for itself, and I’m sure you will enjoy it!)


CineBistro: Fine Dining and a Movie
Everybody loves dinner and a movie. Some people can’t afford a movie due to them getting more expensive. A lot of theaters have been getting upgrades to make sure moviegoers get what they are paying for. However, the current upgrades don’t compare to those off the new luxury cinema looking to break ground in Jacksonville.
According to the Jacksonville Daily Record, Jeff Fuqua is planning on bringing CineBistro to the Exchange near southeast Butler Blvd and I-295. It’s calling itself a “world class ‘dinner and a movie’ concert”. CMX CineBistro operates 14 locations in nine states, including five in Florida. It is a subsidiary of Cinemex, the Mexican-based movie chain. In addition to all the technology, it offers options from “blockbuster movies, art and independent films, to special screenings of live music and sports.”
This theater will include a full menu and bar in it’s location, catering to an adult crowd. Menu items in areas like Sarasota, Miami, and Tampa include roll sliders, seared scallops, shrimp mac and cheese, wagyu beef sliders and New York Strip steak. With a bar menu including cocktails, beer and whole bottles of wine available for purchase. There also are concessions that sell traditional movie snacks like popcorn and candy. CineBistro says that the bar and lounge are open to all guests, including those not seeing a movie. As for children, CineBistro’s locations are tailored to patrons 21 and up. Each location will have an age policy.


I find it extremely difficult to analyse this movie because of the sheer emotion it made me feel. But I really need to, because when I looked up the reviews it had gotten, I was thoroughly disappointed. Angry Indian Goddesses has been called ‘an every issue movie’ that’s taken too much on its plate, that it ‘tumbled down’ when things shifted from light humour to rape, that it showcases a very stereotypical characters and that the movie was really about women trying to take on the space of men. Continue reading “Creating Woman Space through Angry Indian Goddesses”
Maya Deren had stated in section 3B of The Anagram that her film, Meshes of the Afternoon should not be psychoanalyzed. But as mentioned in Inception, when one is told not to think about elephants, that’s exactly what one does. This paper is an amateur attempt to take certain psychoanalytic concepts and apply them to the film. Continue reading “An Amateur Attempt at Psychoanalyzing Maya Deren’s ‘Meshes of the Afternoon’”
I watched this film on the top berth in a train traveling from Ahmedabad to Delhi. What struck me was the conscious depth of image and sound. Then again, I guess that’s present in any well thought film. But let me tell you how these elements were used here, specifically.
With 7 hours left to catch a train to Delhi, I was at the NID library (the KMC) trying to cache in all that I could for summer readings (hail JStor) when it hit me.


Ranbir Kapoor, Hrithik Roshan, Amitabh Bachchan, Bollywood celebs who have cheated their partners
We have always admired the rosy love lives of some amazing couples in Bollywood, the other man or women in their love story led to everything getting spoilt…
‘Yeh ishq nahi asaan…ek aag ka dariya hai, aur doob ke jaana hai ‘ Bollywood has taken this dialogue way to seriously, especially for their love lives. While we come across stories about affairs and love brewing on the sets between co-stars, we also read blind items about married co-stars having an affair with another woman or an actor cheating on his lady love.
It has been a trend since adam’s time in the film industry, what has changed is that these hush-hush affairs were kept behind closed doors and continued, but today thanks to social media everything spills into the public space and here we tell you about such actors who have not been loyal in their relationships. Meet the men of Bollywood who cheated on their partners…
Actor Ranbir Kapoor has been Bollywood’s most eligible bachelor and this lover boy has also had his share of affairs and relationships. But do you know? Ex-girlfriend Deepika Padukone addressed him as a serial cheater once. Reportedly, the Chappaak actress caught him red-handed, cheating on her with Katrina Kaif. And later on, he even cheated on Katrina. In one of his interviews, he even confessed about cheating in relationships. Currently, the actor is dating actress Alia Bhatt.
While Aamir Khan might be a perfectionist at films, he has not been so with his relationships. Yes, the actor has a love child from British Journalist Jessica Hines, other than this he also left his first wife Reena Dutta for Kiran Rao (his current partner). Going by reports it is said that, when the actor was dating Kiran Rao the two were in a live-in relationship for almost a year before they got married.
Yes, the legendary Amitabh Bachchan also couldn’t resist the temptations of an extra-marital affair. We all know the equation he shares with the evergreen Rekha, and even though it has never been spoken about openly, this has been an affair that has said to cause a rift between Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh. Rekha and Amitabh had an affair when the latter was already a married man and in some interviews, the actress has also confessed her love for him. And according to rumors, even today Rekha wears sindoor of Big B’s name.
While we talk about adultery in yesteryear actors, after Big B, it was Dharmendra and Hema Malini’s affair which has been very popular in Bollywood. The two fell in love in 1970 on the sets of Tum Haseen Main Jawan, that time not only was Dharmendra married to Prakash Kaur, but he was also a father to Sunny and Bobby. But Dharmendra chose to continue with his affair and since his first wife didn’t want a divorce, both Dharmendra and Hema Malini converted to Islam in order to get married in 1980. Hema Malini has spoken about their affair in her biography.
After the movie Sanju, actor Sanjay Dutt’s life has been an open book for us. Apparently, the Bollywood actor had five affairs before he got married, but his affair with actress Madhuri Dixit was really something. In the 1990s when Dutt fell in love with Madhuri, he was already married to Richa and had a daughter - Trishala. But things in the relationship changed after Sanjay’s arrest in connection to Mumbai’s 93 blasts, after which Madhuri started ignoring him.
Well, Hrithik Roshan is truly the hottest Bollywood actor who ever existed, and guess it his green eyes which even appealed to the ladies a lot. But we all know about his affair with Kangana Ranaut, their dirty linens were washed in public when Kangana leaked emails about their conversations. It is said, that Hrithik was cheating on his wife Susanne Khan with actress Kangana Ranaut, and before Kangana’s Hrithik was said to be having an affair with his Kites co-star Barbara Mori. Reports even state that it was his infidelity that made wife Sussane move out of his house and live with her parents. The couple was even divorced for a while, but they got back soon after.
Even actor Aditya Pancholi has cheated on his wife Zarina Wahab with actress Kangana Ranaut. In fact, in Ranaut’s heyday’s Aditya was dating her, and she even alleged that he would physically abuse her during the relationship. Kangana has even filed a rape case against Pancholi. Ranaut had even gone on record to say that they were as good as husband and wife and that she was making a home for them at Yari Road, Mumbai.
Written by Nawaz Kochra


TV Series: Season 1, Episode 2
Year of Production: 2008
Producers: BBC Scotland, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)…
Produced by: Daniel Ahlqvist, Kenneth Branagh, Rebecca Eaton…
Writing credits: Richard McBrien, Richard Cottan
Director: Niall MacCormick
Production Design by: Jacqueline Abrahams
Cinematography by: Jan Jonaeus
Film Editing by: Christopher Barwell
Visual Effects by: Sascha Fromeyer, Nedim Alikadic (uncredited)
Costume Design by: Katja Watkins
Casting by: Doreen Jones
Music Department: Emily Barker, Rael Jones, Martin Phipps, Vince Pope
Kenneth Branagh, Sarah Smart, Sadie Shimmin, Tom Beard, Tom Hiddleston, Tom Hiddleston, Richard McCabe, Jeany Spark, Orla Brady, Susannah Fielding, Angela Terence, Ysobel Gonzalez, Guy Henry, Rebecca Egan, Christian Roe, Annabel Mullion, Jessica Lloyd, Henry Miller, Michael Müller, Neil Conrich, Luke Allen-Gale, Bo von Gegerfelt, Fabian Fahlgren, Katarina Lundgren, Boel Larsson, Toni Hedin, Mattis Thorbjörnsson, Lukas Loughran, Matti Isokaanta..
In the town of Ystad, police inspector Wallander has two deaths to investigate that seem entirely unconnected: a taxi driver who has been brutally beaten by two teenage girls and later dies, and a computer consultant who has dropped dead in front of a cash machine. But soon enough mysterious and grisly events begin taking place. Events linked to something much more sinister that might be threatening the entire global finance market.
Wallander is a British television series adapted from the Swedish novelist Henning Mankell’s Kurt Wallander novels and starring Kenneth Branagh as the eponymous police inspector. The first three-episode series, produced by Yellow Bird, Left Bank Pictures and TKBC for BBC Scotland, was broadcast on BBC One from November to December 2008.
It is the first time the Wallander novels have been adapted into an English-language production. Yellow Bird, formed by Mankell, began negotiations with British companies to produce the adaptations in 2006. In 2007, Branagh met with Mankell to discuss playing the role. Contracts were signed and work began on the films, adapted from Sidetracked, Firewall and One Step Behind, in January 2008. Emmy-award-winning director Philip Martin was hired as lead director. Martin worked with cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle to establish a visual style for the series. The two were keen to use the Red One digital camera, making Wallander the first British television series to do so.
Using scripts adapted by Richard Cottan and Richard McBrien, filming ran for 12 weeks from April to July 2008 in Wallander’s hometown of Ystad, Sweden. The series had a budget of £7.5 million, drawn from the BBC and from pre-sales to Germany and America; Germany’s ARD Degeto and America’s WGBH Boston are credited as co-producers for their budget contribution. Critics have written positively of the series. The three films were broadcast on BBC One on 30 November, 7 December, and 14 December 2008 respectively.
The second series was filmed from July to October 2009 and was broadcast from 3 January 2010. The third series began filming in the summer of 2011 in Ystad and Riga, Latvia. The series has won a Broadcasting Press Guild Award (Best Actor for Branagh) and six British Academy Television Awards, including Best Drama Series.


ARY Network has been celebrating after the success of its first ever Pakistani movie awards called ARY Film Awards.
The event took place at the end of May at the DHA Golf Club, Karachi. It celebrated and honored filmmakers, writers, actors and artists who have been instrumental in reinvigorating the Pakistani film industry.
After establishing ARY Films as the country’s leading films company, ARY held one of the biggest ever film awards in Pakistan’s history. This event also aims to serve as a platform to motivate the young blood that has been injected into this decades old passion of the nation.
The master of the ceremony was Lollywood superstar Shan, and was later joined by co-hosts: TV stars Fahad Mustafa, Hamza Abbasi, Sarwat Gillani and the pop sensation Ayesha Omar. The awards were divided into three different categories i.e. The Viewer’s Choice Awards, Jury Awards and Technical Awards.
The show featured entertaining performances by Amna Illyas, Khurram Patras on a song from their internationally acclaimed movie ‘Zinda Bhag’. Avid dance performer Ahsan Khan also shared the stage with actresses Urwa Hocain and Ushna Shah dancing to a medley of songs, Marium performed a song the upcoming movie ‘Pura Chand’. The handsome Humayun Saeed and the young Noman Habib performed with the sensational Mathira on a song from their popular movie ‘Main Hoon Shahid Afridi’. Young hearththrob Sheheryaar Munawar and the promising Sohai Abro danced on a song from the upcoming movie ‘Kambakht’. Film industry stars Saima, Noor and the legendary Babra Sharif also graced the stage and did special dance performances for the audience.
Apart from these star studded performances the show also featured glittering line up of Award Presenters like Waqar Ali Khan, Saba Qamar, Sangeeta, Mustafa Qureshi, Tapu Javeri, Maheen Khan, Aijaz Aslam, Noor, Meesha Shafi, Yasir Nawaz and Nida Yasir, HSY, Ayaan, Sanam Baloch, Wassay Chaudary, Faisal Qureshi, Sunita, Ali Zafar, Mohib Mirza, Ayesha Khan, Nomi Ansari, Sana Bucha, Asad-ul-Haq, Zeba Bakhtiar, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, Syed Noor, Saima, Asim Raza, Iman Ali, Humayun Saeed, Humaima, Javed Shiekh and Reema Khan.
Speaking about the event the Founder and President of ARY Digital Network Mr. Salman Iqbal said, “As far as films is concerned, I would like to say that it is our mission to take things forward one step at a time. Last year we presented some great movies and this year we are creating a platform where great movies will be appreciated. I think that Pakistan has lost many years as far as the development of the film industry is concerned so we must all join hands and take out talent of our industry to where the international films and global cinema stand today”.
“Another milestone is achieved by the Pakistan’s film industry with ARY Film Awards. It is a matter of pride for us that we are creating another platform to appreciate the talent of Pakistan and motivate the young and creative to make more films year after year and keep the ball rolling”


The Big Bike Film Night
Presented by The Guernsey Bicycle Group
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PRINCESS ROYAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS
WEDNESDAY 26 APRIL
The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you.
Showcasing a carefully crafted and curated collection of bike films that has everything a cycle-centric audience could want - action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration; the evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee!
These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all- inspiring us to get out and ride. All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.
A L L B I K E S . A L L T E R R A I N S . A L L G O O D.


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- Release date of movie : 2015-02-13
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American Beauty is one of my all time favorite movies.
The film won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor (for Spacey), Best Original Screenplay, and Best Cinematography.
It’s basically about an average white middleclass American family going through their various crises – clichés like the angry teenager and the classic male/female midlife crisis.
Using these clichés, the movie exquisitely reveals some of the most difficult phases in life, and demonstrates for us just how wisdom can be cultivated through personal growth.
In one of the best scenes, Ricky, a teenage boy, is talking to his new friend, Jane.
“Want to see the most beautiful thing I’ve ever filmed?”
On the video, the scene was in a parking lot on a cold, gray day. Something is floating across the screen… it’s an empty plastic bag, seemingly dancing with a life of its own. The wind carries it in a circle, sometimes whipping it about violently, or, without warning, sending it soaring skyward, then letting it float gracefully down to the ground.
Ricky is smiling as he watches, and he says:
” It was one of those days when it’s a minute away from snowing and there’s this electricity in the air, you can almost hear it… right?
And this bag was just dancing with me. Like a little kid begging me to play with it. For fifteen minutes.
And that’s the day I knew there was this entire life behind things, and … there is this incredibly benevolent force … that wanted me to know there was no reason to be afraid. …Ever.
Sometimes there’s so much beauty in the world, I feel like I can’t take it, and my heart is just going to cave in.”
Intense emotion is part of what marks life’s transition to ‘teenager’. It’s a stage of self-discovery and identity, and although it can be very exciting, these emotions can be overwhelming, sometimes to the point of contemplating suicide. Finding a way to handle them is one of this stages greatest challenges.
The film continues to take the viewer through various enactments that (can) lead to life changing decisions.
In the final scene of the movie, Lester, the main character, has similar observations about life as Ricky did, but he has the advantage of time and experience. He is content. And then he is shot.
As his mind drifts, he recalls special moments in his life: …His wife, Carolyn, cutting roses from the garden… fresh-cut roses in a vase on the kitchen counter… the faucet as drops of water gather at the tip before falling…and the last drop is a shining sphere filled with light and beauty… his daughter, Janie, 7 years old, dressed for Halloween in a princess costume.
Next scene – it’s the video Ricky showed Jane earlier, of the empty white plastic bag being blown about by the wind. It carries it in a circle as it moves skyward then letting it float gracefully down to the ground. He says:
“I guess I could be pretty pissed off about what just happened to me…
but it’s hard to stay mad, when there’s so much beauty in the world.
Sometimes I feel like I’m seeing it all at once and it’s too much …
My heart fills up like a balloon that’s about to burst …
And then I remember to relax …
and stop trying to hold on to it …
And then it flows through me like rain …
And I can’t feel anything but gratitude … for every single moment … of my stupid little life…
You have no idea what I’m talking about , I’m sure … but don’t worry – you will someday.”


Tom Cruise has been a movie star since the late '80s, but it was in the '90s when he played some of his more memorable roles, both as a box office star, but also as an actor who wasn’t afraid to play some unique, not always good characters. Here’s every Tom Cruise movie from the 1990s, ranked.
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9 Far and Away (1992)
Far and Away tells the story of Irish immigrants who move to America for a better life. Joseph (Cruise) is poor, and Shannon (at the time, his real-life girlfriend, Nicole Kidman) is rich, and yet they fall in love while also being participants in the Cherokee Strip Land Run of 1893.
The film has some great shots, taking as much opportunity as possible to show the incredible hills and vistas around, and Ron Howard directed the film, but it still falls flat. The Irish accents of both leads don’t help their performances at all, in a movie that now is almost forgotten.
8 Days of Thunder (1990)
Days of Thunder was one of the first movies to explore the deadly sport of car racing and reunited Cruise with his Top Gun director, Tony Scott. The film isn’t great, other than giving some cheap thrills on the racing track, and two fun performances from Robert Duvall as Cruise’s mentor, and Nicole Kidman as his love interest.
7 Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles (1994)
Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles has one of the things Cruise hasn’t done enough, being the bad guy as Lestat. When he was cast in this Neil Jordan film, most people, including the writer of the novel, Anne Rice, thought it was a mistake, but Cruise won them over. His interpretation of Lestat as a sad, bored-to-death, lonely brat, who decides to create a buddy for himself in Louis (Brad Pitt), is a unique way to see the character.
Even then, it’s a young Kirsten Dunst who almost steals the show, as a girl who is transformed and stays physically as a kid while her psyche is getting older. The film also had Christian Slater and Antonio Banderas in its cast, making it one of the most interesting assembled back then.
6 The Firm (1993)
Back in the '90s, a John Grisham adaptation was as big office success as superheroes are now, that’s why it was big news when Cruise got cast as the lead in The Firm. The thriller tells the story of Mitch McDeere (Cruise), a tax lawyer who starts working for a firm in Memphis until he discovers they’re laundering money for one of the biggest crime families in the nation.
Cruise is great as the charismatic, idealist lead, and has fun cat-and-mouse-like chemistry with a villainous Gene Hackman. In the movie with an incredible cast, not only Cruise and Hackman appear, but also Jeanne Tripplehorn, Hal Holbrook, Ed Harris, Holly Hunter, David Strathairn, Gary Busey, and Wilford Brimley.
5 Eyes Wide Shut (1999)
Eyes Wide Shut was the last film Stanley Kubrick ever directed and had, at its center, Tom Cruise and his then-real wife Nicole Kidman. Alice (Kidman) tells Dr. Bill (Cruise) that she fantasized about cheating on him with another man, and that’s enough for Bill to explore his darkest nature in the New York underground, which gives the film most of its plot. Kubrick died before he could finish editing the whole thing, and yet the many layers of the film about marriage, love, and desire are still visible.
Both actors give great performances, but it’s Cruise's humiliated husband who decides to challenge his whole life after his wife’s confession that’s fascinating, as this character was very different from his usual roles. This film is also the reason Cruise didn’t do more films in the '90s, as they spent three years shooting it with one of the most perfectionist directors ever.
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4 Jerry Maguire (1996)
Jerry Maguire was a surprising hit for Cruise, and everyone involved (it also had breakout roles from Renée Zellweger and Cuba Gooding Jr.,) playing a character that started pretty despicable and becomes a little bit better as the movie goes along. The film had a lasting legacy, as some of its best quotes are still used (and parodied) today. The movie used the underdog theme to tell a story about sports, family, working with the ones you love, and much more. Cruise’s Maguire shows a more human side of the actor, one where he’s always one step away from losing everything, and yet the most vulnerable he allows himself to be, the most things go well for him.
About how much Cruise wanted to do the film, director Cameron Crowe told Deadline: “My first conversation with Tom after he read the script, he said, I’ll fly out there. I’ll sit down. I’ll read for you. You tell me if you think I’m right for the part. He asked to audition. He came out, we sat and talked, and he said, well, let’s read this thing. He read the script out loud with Jim and me.”
3 Mission: Impossible (1996)
It’s crazy to think about it now, but the original Mission: Impossible was released 27 years ago, and it was the start of an incredible action franchise that, for some, has even replaced the James Bond movies as their action go-to. The saga has the best Cruise action movies by a mile, and all started with this one, and its memorable sequence where Cruise is trying to get information in a disc without touching the floor.
Brian De Palma delivered an action-packed, tense, thriller, with a couple of scenes that are still memorable (the one mentioned before, and the first scene in the film where most of Ethan’s team is killed, including Emilio Estevez in a cameo). All these years later, Cruise (and Ethan) are still working with their inseparable Ving Rhames (and Luther), who also had his first appearance here.
2 A Few Good Men (1992)
A Few Good Men was Aaron Sorkin’s first script ever shot, as it started as his play, and it showed, making every character interesting, and having some tense, court scenes. The play that became the movie was based on a true story. Cruise plays Lt. Daniel Kaffee, the cocky, smart military lawyer investigating a death at Guantánamo Bay.
The actor shows all the attitude and charisma that had made him a movie star, and the script has some incredible lines he gets to deliver perfectly. Cruise was so good in this film, that he was able to go toe-to-toe with non-other than Jack Nicholson in the court scene, where Nicholson has the famous “You can’t handle the truth!”
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1 Magnolia (1999)
Magnolia was Paul Thomas Anderson's third film, and for some, it’s still his best. Copying the structure of Robert Altman’s Short Cuts, the film tells many interconnected stories in Los Angeles, with an incredible cast, from Philip Seymour Hoffman to John C. Reilly, and has one of Julianne Moore’s best performances ever. Cruise plays Frank T.J. Mackey, a misogynistic guru who tells other men how to seduce women.
It has one of Tom Cruise’s most essential movie moments, but what makes this role so good is how broken the character is at the end when he sees his father one last time. Cruise has become a stuntman more than an actor in the last few years, and that’s a shame as in movies like this, he proves how much he could as an actor interested in character more than in action. Luckily enough, his films in the '90s were always about that first.


Part of speech: noun
Origin: Latin, 16th century
The skillful and harmonious arrangement or fitting together of the different parts of something.
Studied elegance of literary or artistic style.
Examples of Concinnity in a sentence
"The combined effect of the performances, stage sets, and dazzling lighting made the Broadway show a model of concinnity."
"Masha seeks out art that displays a complex concinnity of African influences."
“Concinnity” is based on the Latin “concinnitās” (meaning “skillfully put together”).
Did you Know?
Year after year, critics rate the 1972 film “The Godfather” as one of the finest movies ever made. Perhaps its concinnity elevates Francis Ford Coppola’s classic film above all other gangster movies. The film's masterful script contains memorable and easily quotable lines, and it’s also legendarily well acted by Marlon Brando, as the titular Godfather, and Al Pacino, Diane Keaton, and James Caan, among others. The film is carefully shot to exude a unique aesthetic that creates a world of its own — and the soundtrack is likewise notably memorable. The concinnity of these forces is at the root of the success of “The Godfather.”


BLADE RUNNER is widely regarded as one of the greatest science fiction films ever made. In the decades following its release on home video, interest and appreciation for all aspects of the film have steadily increased.
One aspect in particular regards the protagonist Rick Deckard's identity. Fans (and critics) of the film have been engaged in an ongoing debate about whether Deckard is actually a Human Being or a Replicant.
Those who accept the possibility that Deckard could be a Replicant refer to the final scene of Blade Runner (Director's Cut and Final Cut) as evidence. In that scene, Deckard finds an origami unicorn on his doorstep, apparently left there by Gaff. He holds it up, examining it, then nods knowingly. Deckard and Rachael then disappear behind the elevator door, escaping to an uncertain future.
The implication is that Gaff knows the contents of Deckard’s dream (seen earlier in the film and in the video clip below) and that Deckard, like Rachael, had been given false memory implants designed to convince him of his Humanity.
When asked what the unicorn "means", director Ridley Scott has stated unambiguously, “he’s a Replicant.”
Some critics of this interpretation, apparently unaware that the Unicorn dream was part of the film prior to the theatrical release, have gone so far as to call this an unnecessary plot-twist tacked-onto the end of Blade Runner (Director's Cut 1992) by Ridley Scott (using Unicorn footage from his next film LEGEND). However, we know that Scott had in fact filmed Deckard's dream and added it to the film prior the the theatrical release.
Shortly before Blade Runner's theatrical release, the studio had imposed several last-minute changes to Ridley's vision. Among them, the deletion of Deckard's dream sequence. Audiences didn't get to see this sequence until the Director's Cut came out on VHS ten years later.
As a result, those who initially watched the Theatrical Cut (1982) (which omits Deckard's dream sequence) tend to believe that Deckard is Human. On the other hand, those who first watched the Director’s Cut or Final Cut (which both restore the unicorn dream) seem more favorable to the possibility that he’s a Replicant.
Blade Runner was loosely based on Philip K. Dick’s 1968 novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? (DADOES). Hampton Fancher wrote the screenplay (David Peoples did later rewrites).
Some commenters in the "Deckard is Human" camp (who claim to have read the book) state that Deckard is definitely a Human (in the book) and that the possibility that he might be an android is never raised.
Although it seemed clear enough to me that Ridley Scott had deliberately made Deckard a Replicant in the film, I decided to investigate another possibility with this blog.
With the following entries, I will illuminate passages from the book (and provide commentary) that I hope will prove that the idea that Deckard might not be a Human is certainly present in it. As a diehard fan of both the book and the film, my main intention here is simply to highlight what I feel are important and often ignored aspects of both the film and the book upon which the film is based.
On a side note, I'm fascinated by the possibility that Ridley Scott, who claims to have never even read the book, came to the same ironic realization as the author about Rick Deckard; he is both a hunter of slaves and is himself a slave.
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Ghanaian rising star, actor Abraham Attah who starred in Beasts of No Nation last year is set to join the cast of upcoming movie Spider-Man: Homecoming, according to reports.
The teenager, has had a meteoric rise will feature in the highly-anticipated movie, which is reportedly set to hit the cinemas mid 2017.
Prior to landing the role in the award-winning film, Beasts of No Nation Attah had no acting experience at all.
The 14 year-old, who acted alongside Hollywood star Idris Elba in Beasts of No Nation will join a list of talented artists in “Spider-Man: Homecoming” but his role in the film is yet to be revealed.
Production is expected to begin later this year, but the plot and production details are yet to be announced.
The film is reportedly going to be directed by Jon Watts from a script written by John Francis Daley, Steve Ditko and Jonathan Goldstein.
The cast includes Tom Holland as Peter Parker, Marisa Tomei as Aunt May, Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark, Michael Keaton as a mystery villain (thought to be the Vulture), amongst others.
In Beasts of No Nation, Attah played Agu, a child soldier and the young artist was nominated for numerous accolades for his role in the award winning film. The 14 year-old won several awards for his role including the National Board of Review Award for Best Breakthrough Performance and the Best Leading Actor award at the Independent Spirit Awards.
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After enjoying a few pints in Cantina (student friendly prices with ESN card every Monday!), it is time to get some snacks and chill with the fellow students in the cosy living room of JMT5!
You all are warmly welcome to the last event of ESN Aalto for this semester - ESN Aalto movie night! This time we are gonna enjoy some Bruce Willis action with the movie RED (IMDB: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1245526/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1 )
The film starts at 19.00 so be there in time unless you don't mind missing the beginning!
Bring some snacks and join us! The beginning of the week could not get any better!


Well, this one I technically filmed back in August before Writer’s Block and I spent the weeks following on the post production. I wanted to make something where I could continue to practice lighting, angles, editing, scoring et al and also make something entertaining to watch too. For practical reason I set it in my home (the next one I make I may actually venture outside!) and made it about something which on the surface is a bit mundane but something that people love talking about (especially in the UK) – making a cup of tea 🙂 Having recently become aquainted (and enamoured) with the works of Charlie Chaplin, Tea Time is inspired by the silent film era of the early 20th century.
The person in the film is my brother Ryan, who did a great job and was very patient whilst I filmed the various angles of the copious amounts of tea that we made (and initially drank a lot of before we made ourselves sick of it). The filming took up a whole afternoon which whittled down to just under 2 mins running time for the finished film itself. Hope you enjoy!
I had a few hours free one afternoon recently and I decided to spend some time playing around on my piano. I ended up recording some of the improvisation from the hour or so I was playing (mostly chilled out, meloncholy piano) – so I’ve mixed some of the recording and combined it into one long YouTube video for anyone to have on as background music while they work or relax etc.
Recorded on my Zoom H4N. In addition to YouTube (below) it’s also available to listen to on SoundCloud – hope you enjoy listening!
Lately I’ve been trying to branch out in my creative endeavours and have started to take an active interest in the world of filmmaking. It’s such a multi-discinplinary artform that the idea of working on a combination of writing, filming and audio into one project felt like a really interesting challenge. I’ve been doing a lot of reading on terminology, technology and the general creative process and I’ve discovered a world of appreciation for things such as screenwriting, lighting, filming, acting, editing, sound effects, scoring and even the more commercial aspects like budgeting, distributing and marketing. Films touch upon so many of the creative and commercial outlets that exist and I have realised (and am still continuing to realise) all of the things that I’ve taken for granted when I sit down to a watch a film (or TV Show, Web-series etc). The more I read, listen and experiment, the more I come to realise that any one of the components making up a given film are a discrete and complex artform in their own right.
My other half came across this short film competition to produce a short film that had to be no longer than a minute and also revolve around the theme of ‘a bad day at the office’. I decided to give it a go and after throwing around some initial ideas, I thought it would be interesting (and practical!) to make the film from a perspective of a freelance composer; whose office would be at home and a ‘bad day’ would be something like not having the motivation or inclination to produce any music – plus I’d be able to make use of my piano! I also happened to be going hiking with a friend in the Exmoor countryside so I tried using that to my advantage by featuring it in a dream sequence of sorts (a friend of mine who I was hiking with happened to take the below picture as I was working on the film – it’s a little self-serving of me but a nice pic either way!).
The actual filming itself was done on my iPhone 5S with Moondog Lab’s Anamorphic adapter. I know phones don’t have all the bells and whistles of an actual purpose built camera, but as I’m new to all of this I figured that the actual framing, lighting, story and sound are the most important foundations of making a film, regardless of the actual devices used.
Taking the various Exmoor parts into account, I ended up shooting for around 3 hours (with my other half Lucy helping on the indoor scenes) and then spent another 2 or 3 hours editing, colour grading and adding sound. The fact that it had to be no longer than a minute was an interesting challenge for me too as I was forced to try and make every moment relevant to the story.
I’m pleased with the finished outcome and even though it didn’t make the final picks (the ones which did are some really well made, interesting takes on the theme) I am still really happy with finishing it and making something that I felt also fit the spirit of the competition well. I’ve already filmed my next short film (with the help of my brother), inspired by the silent movie era which i’m currently scoring and hoping to be done with in the next few weeks!
Writer’s Block is available to watch below. Hope you enjoy, thanks for reading!


Watching movies is a very popular pastime and most people do this at least once a month if not more often. Searching for movies quotes will show funny sayings, serious messages, and even description of the most recent movies that have been released. In the late 1800s movies used still pictures, they were in black and white, and they were known as silent films because they had no sound at all. Today movies are full spectrum products that include full color, rich sound, and incredible special effects and animation that can make the impossible seem possible. Many people today do not go to the movies, instead thanks to cable or satellite television the movies that you want to see can be viewed right in your home.


The second season of “Potluck” returns to unravel the Shastri family’s continued adventures after the turmoil of season one. In this series, we witness the Shastris navigating the complexities of family life with a fresh perspective. While the show retains its essence as a lighthearted slice-of-life drama, it introduces new layers of family dynamics, power struggles, and individual aspirations.
Filmmakers have long been captivated by the intricate web of family relationships, offering viewers a window into the diverse facets of familial bonds. Whether it’s Zoya Akhtar’s portrayal of an elite family’s struggles in “Dil Dhadakne Do” or Shakun Batra’s exploration of family dynamics in “Kapoor & Sons,” the portrayal of families on screen has been both reflective and aspirational.
“Potluck” Season 1 resonated with audiences, especially during the pandemic, as it highlighted the challenges of maintaining family unity in the face of changing circumstances. The series revolved around a man’s earnest efforts to prevent his family from drifting apart, even resorting to extreme measures that inadvertently created more chaos. Now, as we step into season 2, the pandemic’s grip on our lives is loosening, but the Shastri family’s journey continues.
In this review, we’ll delve into the strengths and shortcomings of “Potluck” Season 2, exploring character dynamics, plot development, performances, and the show’s ability to reflect real-life family experiences. While the series offers an enjoyable and harmless viewing experience, we’ll also examine how it sometimes detaches itself from the real world, presenting an idealized version of family life.
Exploring Family Dynamics:
The Shastri family’s story resumes in season 2, with the characters navigating the intricacies of their relationships within a nuclear family setup. The familiar ritual of the weekly potluck gatherings continues, fostering harmony and love among the couples as they navigate life together. However, life has a way of throwing curveballs when things seem to be settling down.
In this season, the spotlight shifts to the women of the family, shedding light on their struggles and aspirations. It emphasizes how the mother, who has always supported her family’s decisions without question, encounters resistance when she decides to pursue her dreams. These intense conversations delve into themes of self-worth, balance, and purpose, reflecting the characters’ inner battles.
While this may seem like an above-the-surface view of an elite family with minimal connection to the real world, the series remains enjoyable and harmless. Despite its detachment from reality, it offers a glimpse into the lives of characters dealing with relatable family dynamics and personal aspirations.
Character Portrayals in Potluck : A Mix of Familiar and Fresh Faces
One of the strengths of “Potluck” Season 2 lies in its ensemble cast, which includes both familiar faces from the first season and new additions to the mix. The characters’ performances play a significant role in shaping the series’ narrative and engagement.
The central characters, Aakamsh (played by Mathew Thomas) and Shinto (played by Naslen K Gafoor), reprise their roles as friends navigating the complexities of family life. Their camaraderie and witty dialogues provide moments of levity amid the family’s trials and tribulations. Mathew Thomas and Naslen K Gafoor have developed a comfortable on-screen chemistry, making their interactions believable and entertaining.
Jatin Sial and Harman Singha, who play pivotal roles in the series, stand out with their nuanced performances. These characters face challenges that could easily become comical, but the actors bring depth to their portrayals. Jatin Sial, in particular, shines as he balances the character’s eccentricities with moments of vulnerability. Harman Singha adds authenticity to his role, making it relatable and engaging.
Cyrus Sahukar, a seasoned actor, delivers a natural performance that effortlessly fits into the ensemble. His character feels genuine, and Sahukar’s portrayal adds depth to the series.
Kitu Gidwani, portraying the mother of the family, gets an opportunity to showcase her acting prowess. Her character’s journey becomes a central plot point, allowing Gidwani to display her versatility as an actor.
Ira Dubey and Saloni Patel, while delivering competent performances, find themselves somewhat restricted by the script. Their characters don’t undergo significant development, and their roles feel somewhat one-dimensional.
Shikha Talsania, known for her distinctive style, takes on a role that allows her to showcase irritation and impatience effectively. Her portrayal adds authenticity to her character’s responses.
Overall, the ensemble cast delivers commendable performances, with standout moments that elevate the series. Their ability to balance humor with emotional depth contributes to the show’s appeal.
Plot Development: From Nuclear Family to New Challenges
“Potluck” Season 2 presents a shift in focus compared to its predecessor. While the first season primarily revolved around the father’s efforts to maintain a united family, the second season explored the dynamics of the family members themselves. This shift allows for a more in-depth examination of individual aspirations, personal challenges, and the impact of societal expectations.
The series delves into the mother’s journey as she decides to pursue her dreams and aspirations, a decision met with resistance from her family. This storyline introduces themes of empowerment and self-discovery, highlighting the importance of pursuing one’s goals.
Additionally, the show addresses the broader concept of family dynamics within a nuclear structure. It portrays the challenges and conflicts that arise as family members strive to balance their ambitions with their roles within the family.
As the Shastri family faces new challenges, the narrative explores the intricacies of modern family life, including issues related to work, relationships, and self-worth. While the series maintains its lighthearted tone, it doesn’t shy away from addressing these complex issues.
A Detachment from Reality: The Idealized Family Bubble
One aspect of “Potluck” Season 2 that becomes evident as the series unfolds is its detachment from the real world. While it presents relatable family dynamics and individual struggles, it does so within the confines of an idealized bubble. The show’s portrayal of the Shastri family often feels divorced from the challenges and realities faced by most families.
The characters inhabit a world where their problems are largely confined to their interactions within the family. While this insular approach creates a cozy and entertaining atmosphere, it also results in a certain detachment from the external world. Unlike some family dramas that incorporate elements of the outside world into their narratives, “Potluck” remains firmly rooted within the confines of the Shastri family’s home.
This detachment is most apparent when the series attempts to address broader societal issues or conflicts. While it touches on themes such as gender roles, self-worth, and empowerment, these discussions occur within a somewhat isolated and sanitized context. The absence of external influences or a more realistic portrayal of the world can make the show’s resolutions feel overly simplistic.
It’s important to note that “Potluck” Season 2 doesn’t necessarily strive for gritty realism; its primary goal is to provide lighthearted entertainment. However, for viewers seeking a deeper exploration of family dynamics and societal challenges, the series may feel somewhat superficial.
A Rushed Conclusion: The Final Episode
As “Potluck” Season 2 approaches its conclusion, one notable drawback emerges—the final episode feels rushed and hastily executed. While the series effectively builds tension and conflict throughout its episodes, the resolution appears hurried and lacks the depth seen in earlier moments.
In particular, the final episode features a beauty contest that plays a significant role in the narrative. However, the portrayal of this contest comes across as contrived and somewhat disconnected from the overall storyline. The hurried nature of these scenes is apparent, leading to a sense of abruptness in the series’ conclusion.
It’s worth noting that the beauty contest subplot, while intended to add a layer of complexity to the narrative, feels somewhat out of place in the context of the series. Its inclusion in the final episode, without adequate development or integration into the broader storyline, contributes to the rushed feeling of the conclusion.
The Verdict: An Enjoyable, if Detached, Family Drama
“Potluck” Season 2, despite its occasional detachment from reality and rushed conclusion, remains an enjoyable family drama. The series provides moments of humor, relatable family dynamics, and engaging performances from its ensemble cast.
While it may not delve into the gritty complexities of the real world, “Potluck” offers a glimpse into the lives of characters dealing with familiar challenges and aspirations. Its lighthearted approach and focus on family dynamics make it a pleasant and harmless watch.
For viewers seeking a dose of entertainment and a peek into the dynamics of an affluent, if somewhat idealized, family, “Potluck” Season 2 serves its purpose. It may not be a groundbreaking exploration of family life, but it succeeds in delivering moments of joy and reflection within the confines of its cozy family bubble.
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Having recently moved to Paris, the American actress announced in an interview with Le Figaro that she was ready for a French-language role
Soon to appear in cinemas in Knight of Cups by Terrence Malick, Natalie Portman revealed during the course of an interview with Le Figaro that she was now feeling “confident” enough to take on a role in the language of Molière.
The face of Dior and star of Black Swan has just recently made her debut as a director of a feature-length film, having already completed two shorts as a director – namely New York I Love You and Eve (both in 2008).
In A Tale of Love and Darkness – a film adapted from the novel of the same name by Israeli writer Amos Oz and filmed in Jerusalem – Natalie Portman is both actress and director, playing the part of the main character’s mother; a role she does in Hebrew.
“It’s the language of my childhood,” explains the delectable Ms Portman to the French publication, “But as I don’t have a complete mastery of it, it limits improvisation. The positive side? It gave me a confidence that I didn’t have up to then, namely that of acting in other languages that I don’t speak fluently… I’m ready to try in French for any director that would be willing to trust me!”
Portman is perhaps under-selling herself a little: she’s married to French dancer/choreographer Benjamin Millepied (they met one another working on Black Swan). The pair moved from Los Angeles to Paris last autumn when Millepied took up a position as Director of Dance at Paris Opera Ballet. Portman says that she has always been a “fan of French culture” – a love of France that was instilled in her by her father.
“My parents allowed me to do my first film with a French director. I started to learn the language and I came to Paris several times over the years to practice it. I’ve been getting some extra lessons since I arrived here and I’m hugely motivated to improving it now!”
It was, in fact, Luc Besson who gave the star her first role in the English-language film Leon when she was just 12 years old in 1994. Since then, the Harvard graduate has had an illustrious career, acting for such Hollywood greats as Woody Allen, Tim Burton and Wes Anderson. As for finding a French director to trust her in a French-language role, one can’t imagine that she’ll be short of volunteers.