Science fiction/fantasy

Sci-fi Drama Explores the Implications of Immortality

In Sigfrido Giammona’s mobile-shot feature film, immortality has been achieved. But this amazing breakthrough brings with it unexpected consequences. The movie is available on Amazon. Here’s the trailer. About the Director Italian filmmaker Sigfrido Giammona has made a number of short mobile movies. These include the prize-winning music video “From My Heart” and a touching…

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A Bollywood Take on Technology and Love

In “Fursat,” celebrated Indian director Vishal Bhardwaj has created an astonishing genre stew. This 30-minute movie includes virtual reality, time travel, dance, martial arts…and love. If you find the plot confusing, you can just enjoy the music, the dazzling locations, and the impressive camera work. Apple sponsored “Fursat” to show off the iPhone 14’s versatility,…

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Teasing a Film Idea into a Post-apocalyptic Movie

In the early 16th century, the word aftermath referred to the second harvest of grass. A century later, the meaning darkened, referring to the consequences of unpleasant events. Such happenings often trigger intriguing stories. And that brings us to Christopher English’s “Aftermath,” a teaser in which he explores ideas for a post-apocalyptic movie. In the interview…

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Real-time Sci-fi Monologue Illuminates What Truly Matters

At its heart, science fiction isn’t about futuristic gadgets and aliens. Such things—however fascinating—are meant mainly to create settings for drama. Inventing a story about a man stuck on Mars is essentially the same as creating an island for Robinson Crusoe. In other words, at its heart memorable science fiction is about the human condition.…

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Electronic Vision of the Digital Apocalypse

If the Wachowskis had chosen to present the Matrix as a music video, they might have come up with something like “Across the Fog.” But they didn’t, which left an opening for Danilo Scozzari’s “Across the Fog.” Submitted to the Moment Invitational Film Festival 2021 as a music video, this four-minute mobile movie could just…

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Wind Power Propels Sci-fi Fantasy

Organizations around the world debate the economic value of wind power. Meanwhile in “Pinwheel,” a little girl harnesses wind power to achieve a big dream. Director Rich Millard masterfully tells a story without relying on words. The only line of dialogue comes after the visually thrilling climax. Shot on an iPhone 12 Mini, “Pinwheel” won the…

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