Tuesday, 10 December 2013

Review ideas- Imogen Salmon



Imogen Salmon, Mae Webb, Candice Tyson and Charlotte Hudson produce their second thriller film together. With a crew of four directors, due to the vast array of opinions and perspectives combined together, there was potential for a disastrous short film. However, after previous success many we weren’t concerned. The main actors Phoebe Richardson and Megan Harman starred in this debut film as newcomers, with high expectations due to comparison with previous strong lead roles
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Who would have thought the ‘green-eyed monster’ could lead to such occurrences. The spine-tingling thriller False Witness is a short film based on the psychological and physical effects of bullying, through words and actions, represented through the eyes of an adolescent. The statement ‘keep your friends close and your enemy’s closer’ couldn’t be more appropriate as the film interprets a deteriorating relationship of two teenagers. 

The insight given into protagonist Rebecca’s mind displays the depth of lies, immorality and animosity of this ‘false witness’.  Revealing one of the many flaws in the justice system, where insufficient evidence results in an irrational aftermath. This film highlights how lies enable avoidance of punishment, similar to the real-life case of Tia Sharp; with her murderer initially giving a false statement, therefore not being accused of her death.  

The directors purposefully inflict information upon the audience creating omniscience as memories unravel in the form of flashbacks, as if they have access into Rebecca’s mind. Emotions of agitation inflate among the audience as the truth is revealed, followed by an undesirable outcome. 

To talk about: 
-        -  Genre
-         - Key scenes
-         - Reviewers comments (conclusion)

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