Student Films

 Ivory:

I thought this film had a very clear three act structure which made it very easy to follow. I found that the setup was especially successful as it introduced the characters and the situation without feeling like information was just being piled onto the viewer. The piano montage worked well as it created a very calm feeling and the sound in general helped to convey the main character's feelings and experiences. If there was one thing I would critique, it would maybe be the dialogue with the main character's friends as it felt a bit forced. 

Mon Tournesol:

This film had very intentional cinematography and editing. I liked how the set up came before the title card as it sort of helped to separate it from the other parts of the film and make the time jump clearer. I also liked the change in colour grading which was a nice detail that emphasised the tone of each act of the film. Although there were some issues with sound quality in the scene at the park and at the gallery, overall I thought it was a very well thought out film.

Call:

I found that the lighting and cinematography in this film worked really well to create the sense of panic that the main character felt. The drastic changes in mise-en-scene to isolate the character helped emphasise the main character's emotions. However, I do think that the sequence went on a bit too long and would've benefitted from some sort of conclusion/next step in the plot.

Take Me Back:

This film had a strong nostalgic feel which I really liked. I thought that the colour grading helped to create this feeling, especially contrasting it with the present day sequences. I liked the rearrangement of the three act structure and the labelling of the acts in the film made the timeline of the film clear without it looking like an over-explanation. The only thing I think didn't work was the phone call the main character made, as it wasn't very clear what was happening.

Following:

I enjoyed the distinct look this film had, which I think separated it from the other films. The technical side of it was very detailed, such as the use of different focuses, the ambient noise and the lighting. I also thought the music worked very well to create tension, especially at the end where it rises and cuts off. The film's open ending is successful as it leaves the viewer hanging on an interesting and important plot point.