shallowshorts's Podcast

Cannes in a Van 2008!

andy@cannesinavan.com — Mon, 5 May 2008 10:21:00 GMT

A year after Cannes in a Van caused ripples in the independent film world, they return to the CÃte d'Azur in May to make waves at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival! The great title animation is by director Ed Hartwell. Look out for more from the chaos of Cannes in a Van...

Blinds

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Sat, 25 Aug 2007 22:44:00 GMT

This week's film is an experimental interpretation of what happens between sleeping and waking. Directed by Paul Windridge and Koo Bhangra, the film uses a simple visual division (which lends it the title) to portray its theme. Support short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podcast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also look forward to the Soundtracks Of Your Lives horror special on Halloween in Central London... More details to follow. Blood, gore and a whole lot more!

Portrait of an Artist

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 6 Aug 2007 16:13:00 GMT

If you're a regular to shallowSHORTS you'll know we've been away for a bit while hosting the video diaries from the Cannes in a Van boys. Well, while they gear up for their next venture, the now well-established ShallowSHORTS Vcast is back, screening new shorts, from an international pool of filmmakers, each with their own unique vision. The first film to get us back on track is a comedy from director Alex Emslie. It's a 'mockumentary' in the traditional sense, delving into the world of an up-and-coming artist, as he struggles to establish himself as a fresh talent in the higly-competitive art world. The film was shot in an improvised style, with only the scene structure in place. All dialogue was unscripted and improvised on the day. At the time of shooting, the lead actor, David Manson was attempting to become an artist himself. The paintings featured are all by him apart from the dog paintings, which were painted by the director, who got fed up waiting for David to finish the commission! It's a well-acted, witty short which is helped by the improvised scenes and excellent comic-timing by both leads. It has been screened at both the ShootFirst Festival in Edinburgh and The Leith Film Festival. Support short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podcast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

CANNES in a VAN: The Final Chapter?...

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 11:24:00 GMT

The CiaV trio take a day off and enjoy a night on the town. They say a fond farewell to the town they've called home for two weeks and embark on the arduous journey home. It's a long one...

CANNES in a VAN: A Ninja Finds Just Love

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Wed, 30 May 2007 23:17:00 GMT

Tuesday is ninja day in Cannes. That damned elusive Jamie...

CANNES in a VAN: Manic Monday

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Sat, 26 May 2007 09:28:00 GMT

CANNES in a VAN's fifth day. An eventful one that's for sure...

CANNES in a VAN: An Orchestral Interruption

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Thu, 24 May 2007 16:56:00 GMT

Day four on the Croisette. CiaV meets some of the Filmmakers in Cannes. What do they think of CANNES in a VAN?...

CANNES in a VAN: The Culture Show rock up

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Thu, 24 May 2007 16:49:00 GMT

Day three in Cannes and the boys are relentless in their quests to screen films. The BBC's Culture Show turn up for an interview...

CANNES in a VAN: London Tonight Clip

Wed, 23 May 2007 16:46:00 GMT

This is the LONDON TONIGHT show which was filmed on Thursday. It went out the next day. They work fast...

CANNES in a VAN: Two Days of Madness

Twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Wed, 23 May 2007 16:34:00 GMT

So, sorry there's been a delay in the next installment, but there have been technical problems to say the least at the Cannes end. Finally, if you want to, see what's been happening with those boys and their van in the biggest film festival in the world...

CANNES in a VAN: The (incredibly long) Journey

twoblokes@cannesinavan.com — Sat, 19 May 2007 13:31:00 GMT

So... This is it... the start of the 'daily' podcast. we've had trouble with our internet connection thus far, so all a bit of a nightmare. The journey was long... but worth every minute. Sit back and listen to the ramblings of some very tired blokes...

Tarot @ CANNES in a VAN

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 8 May 2007 21:52:00 GMT

This is a VERY short film from director John Condon... More info to follow, but this one is going in the van to Cannes! Keep it here for up-to-date video podcasts from the blokes in Cannes and follow their adventure here!

Some of you may have noticed...

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Sun, 29 Apr 2007 22:04:00 GMT

...that we haven't published a new film for a couple of weeks. This isn't because we don't care - it's because we do! We've been a bit tied up with helping out on this whole CANNESinaVAN thing! It's kinda taken things over a bit, so you might have to bare with us. Obviously Cannes 2007 is only little more than 2 weeks away and things need doing. Maaaaan, do things need doing! We'll be publishing the video blog from CANNES in a VAN, on the shallowSHORTS100 vcast during the festival, so keep an eye out for daily updates. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

How To Disappear Completely

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 23:22:00 GMT

Sorry, sorry, sorry for the delay in publishing the next film! Hopefully it gave you time to download the huge file for Dear Steven Spielberg. It was our longest film yet, but worth it I'm sure you agree. We've been helping out the guys putting together CANNES in a VAN. They say it's 'The Perfect Vehicle for Independent Film'. Go and check out the sight - see if you can help! Anyway, this next one is a film we showed at the very first ShallowSHORTS100 film night back in 2004. We liked it then, and we like it now. It's a poetic glimpse into a photographer's thoughts directed by Steve Piper, whose later film, '3', was featured a few months back. Enjoy. Support short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, check out the guys who are doing something a bit different in Cannes at CANNESinaVAN.com- They need your support in anyway you Cannes!

Dear Steven Spielberg

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 19:21:00 GMT

Paul Buring is a struggling scriptwriter who has his heart set on working with Spielberg. Through numerous attempts, he tries to contact the maestro director and due to his persistence, he becomes embroiled in a Hollywood conspiracy that's been milking audiences for years. This, the longest so far of our featured films (the long download time is worth the wait), is a perfectly scripted, observed and very funny original short. It was written over a year by director, Stefan Georgiou and Sam Bern and was first unveiled back in August 2006. We will certainly see more from Stefan and LowFatFilms in the not-too-distant future. One to watch. Support short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, check out the guys who are doing something a bit different in Cannes at CANNESinaVAN.com- They need your support in anyway you Cannes!

Will it Hurt?

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 08:51:00 GMT

Apologies if you've been waiting for the next film. This was due to shallowSHORTS taking some well-earned time off! Anyway, we're back with a low-budget black comedy directed by Sam Copland about one man's pain over his broken relationship and how he intends to deal with it. Actor Bob Bird had to drink 1 1/2 litres of cold tea during the filming which he apparently hates (surprisingly) and found it hard not to throw up! Keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, check out CANNES in a VAN... - The Perfect Vehicle for Independent Film.

Peter & The Wolf

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 6 Mar 2007 00:19:00 GMT

Peter & The Wolf, the classic childrens' tale written in 1936 by Sergei Prokofiev gets an urban makeover in Matt Wasser's treatment of the classic composition. Wasser also directed 'Nothing Personal' which we screened last year on the podcast. Keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, look out for CANNES in a VAN... coming VERY soon in association with Shallowfilms.

Get You Tags Out

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 13:57:00 GMT

This week, our featured short is a spoof trailer exploring what would happen if women were to treat shopping as men sometimes treat football. Directed by Ben Hilton, it features a rip-roaring soundtrack by Omerta which lends the trailer a certain degree of authenticity. Go to www.omerta.co.uk to check out more from the band and www.lowfatfilms.com for more from the producers. Keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, look out for Cannes In A Van... coming soon in association with Shallowfilms.

Little Blue Spot

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 13:18:00 GMT

This week brings us a short quirky comedy directed by Craig Griffith about a man who's got the blues. Carefully observed and directed, this film explores a somewhat surreal turn of events in a week in the life of a normal bloke. Apologies for the late publishing date of this film. This has been due to unfortunate circumstances. Keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, look out for Cannes In A Van... coming soon in association with Shallowfilms.

We Are One!

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 12:07:00 GMT

Congratulations to us! The SS100 Video Podcast celebrates it's first birthday this week and we are glad to have you with us. In our first year we've published more than 45 short films from all genres, budgets and nationalities. Each selected film is deserving of its place in the ever-growing global library of short-film, demonstrating how much exciting and original filmmaking talent exists around the globe. We endeavour in our second year, to continue giving exposure to those films which were made to be seen.

In May of this year, we will be involved in supporting our friends at CANNES IN A VAN when they take tons of shorts to screen at Cannes to a captive audience in their own unique guerilla cinema style. Look out for press and the soon to go live website - cannesinavan.com. There'll be a chance to screen your film in their selection and it's surely a chance not to be missed. Watch this space for news of what happens. Meanwhile, enjoy our slightly later than planned next film - published tomorrow, which will run for just over a week.

The shallowSHORTS video podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

The Space Time Envelope

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Sun, 4 Feb 2007 17:15:00 GMT

This week's film is a short, sharp comedy from director James Harris. It features two up-and-coming comedians, Colin Hoult and Fergus Craig, who explore the crazy world of their space-time envelope. It's a superbly-crafted low-budget comic adventure leading in any direction the filmmakers wanted to go, or so it seems. Filmed in Bristol with funding via the BBC's New Talent Scheme, Harris delivers a great 'Python-esque' comedy short which promises further projects from both it's director and lead actors. Keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, look out for Cannes In A Van... coming soon in association with Shallowfilms.

Make Your Own World

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 21:58:00 GMT

An average working man comes home after a hard days work and needs to escape. His apparent freedom comes in the form of a 'make your own world' kit. This is a surreal short trip into an imagined world of a frustrated man, directed by Samuel Mercer. Please keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED! Also, look out for Cannes In A Van... coming soon.

The Hatch

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 22 Jan 2007 21:57:00 GMT

For years a man is alone imprisoned in a room. Everyday he completes a bizarre and pointless task in return for being rewarded with items to keep him content. Everyday is the same until he tries to escape. This is the debut film from director Nick Willis who has created a dark, bleak world in which loneliness is the only existence. Please keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Joey

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 16 Jan 2007 22:07:00 GMT

Criminal street gangs have turned Los Angeles neighbourhoods into battlefields and innocent children are paying the price. This powerful short documentary was produced and directed by Nancy Stein, whose debut film was screened on the Podcast a few months back. It focuses on the reactions and eye-witness accounts from friends and family members of a murdered 13 year-old local boy, Joey. The film lends an insight into how it feels to live amongst gangs, constantly threatened and wondering if your family is safe. Screened at countless film festivals, Joey won first place for Non-fiction at the 2004 USA Film Festival and Certificate of Merit in Documentary Short Film at the 2004 Chicago International Film Festival. For more info on the film and director, go to americangirlproductions.com. Please keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Best Man Dead

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 9 Jan 2007 05:30:00 GMT

Boy no. 1 throws a hand grenade and blows up boy no. 2. He then spears boy no. 3 and shoots boy no. 4. This isn't an updated Lord of the Flies, it's more a simple observation of kids' imaginations. Gary parker's film has been shown at numerous festivals since its making in 2004. Please keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

3

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Wed, 3 Jan 2007 22:51:00 GMT

Lee gets an unexpected visit from his best mate Jon, who appears depressed at best. He's fresh from a fight with his girlfriend who told him something she really shouldn't have. Now he wants to share his revelation. This film is produced and directed by Steve Piper, of Coffee Films who screened their film, 'How To Disappear Completely' at a previous shallowSHORTS100 event. The film came about from Steve wanting to shoot a short in a couple of days without complicated locations or difficult props. It would be a film which could be shot in an everyday location with a few good actors, but which didn't skimp on dramatic storylines. For more on Coffee Films, go to coffeefilms.com. Please keep supporting short-film in 2007 and look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Happy New Year

Mon, 1 Jan 2007 23:27:00 GMT

Due to the holidays, the next film to go live on the podcast will be on Wednesday 3 January 2007. Thanks for your patience and support. Shallowfilms

Cherryade

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 16:53:00 GMT

This music video from director Florence Richer is about as sweet as they get. It centres on a cutesy computer-game world in which two eskimos go about their usual business of cloud-jumping, 'roller-coasting' and hooking up with balloon-selling polar bears. It all makes sense in Game World. The music track is provided by James Hurst. We at Shallowfilms hope you have a Happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year. Keep supporting short-film in 2007! Look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Ken

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Wed, 20 Dec 2006 12:13:00 GMT

The story of a homeless boy, taken in by a fatherly figure who has a darker side. Years after he is picked up, past encounters come back to haunt him. This short is high on action and style, with some strong perfomances from the cast. Look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

DOUBLE BILL: Cuidate & The Baker

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:33:00 GMT

This week we're publishing two short films, both contrasting in subject matter and production. The first is a 30 second film from two New York filmmakers raising awareness of HIV. The second is a gore-injected horror fest which was shot in a family bakery. The special effects were provided by the owner's daughter. Look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Push

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 5 Dec 2006 03:29:00 GMT

Commissioned by creative agency BDA to commemorate it's fifth birthday, Push started life as an mpeg movie hosted on the BDA website. Originally it concluded with the tagline 'born again' to dramatise the re-brand the company had recently undergone. Made on a budget of Â5000, the film was shot using two PD150 dv cameras by veteran DOP Karl Watkins.ÂPhysical effects work (including building a false bed, umbilical and womb) fell to Rob Thomas at Artem, fresh from his work on Troy. Look forward to more movies every week from shallowSHORTS, here on the video podacast. If you would like to submit a film DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Bon Appetit

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 19:48:00 GMT

Anyone who's had to endure the pain of a dinner party attended by self-obsessed, insensitive and irritatingly affectionate couples, will empathize with the lead character in this collaboratively produced and directed black comedy. It centres around the only single person at the table and how his vivid imagination helps get him through the ordeal. But as the division between his daydreams and reality begins to blur, events take a turn for the worse. Bon Appetit is a considered short with attention to detail in all the right places. The improvised performances from the cast in the dinner scenes add to the intended state of confusion as we're flung from reality to fantasy and back again. You really start to feel for the guy, who's friends are completely unaware of his inner emotions. If you haven't heard about it already, look forward to more movies, music and more at the Elefest FILM JAM on Novenber 29th 2006 at the Roxy Bar & Screen in London Bridge. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. Bitesize Cinema will be screening their current selection and our FLICK-IT-ON section of open-mic films is not to be missed! If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Stealing Innocence

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 22:39:00 GMT

A gripping portrayal of the ongoing hostilities in the Middle East seen through the eyes of two girls, one Israeli and one Palestinian. Events spin out of control, testing their friendship to the limit. This film has won numerous awards around the world over the last few years and is unbelievably director Nancy Stein's debut film. After working at Warner Bros Records in the US for 23 years, Stein quit her job, deciding to change direction and attended Los Angeles Film School. Stealing Innocence was her thesis film. For more info on the film and director, go to americangirlproductions.com. Look forward to more movies, music and more at the Elefest FILM JAM on Novenber 29th 2006 at the Roxy Bar & Screen in London Bridge. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

FILM JAM In London Bridge, London, SE1

Shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Wed, 15 Nov 2006 23:53:00 GMT

FILM JAM is A GREAT BIG FREE FILM LOVE-IN for people who love film, make film & live film... or a night for people who just want something a bit different. This is a new collaborative concept designed to celebrate all things filmic and leave the politics at the door. That's why it's free. It seemed like the next step for shallowfilms who believe that films were made to be seen. FILM JAM @ The Roxy Bar & Screen Wed 29 Nov 128-132 Borough High St London SE1 7 - 11pm FREE Confirmed so far at FILM JAM on Nov 29: ShallowSHORTS100 give exposure to films that deserve to be seen; DJs play COOL JAZZ vibes; FLICK-IT-ON... Open mic shorts from film-makers brave enough to face our audience. (If you have a film between 1 - 10 minutes, bring it along on DVD for the opportunity to screen it. Beware, though, as our audience's decision is final and your film might not make it to the end! Short... is sweet) And... more TBC Come feel the love... or just have a beer. This is everyones' night. If you want to be involved in this or a future FILM JAM, email: allears@filmjam.co.uk Go to WWW.FILMJAM.CO.UK for full evolving details of the next JAM.

Chav Vs Trendy

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 13 Nov 2006 21:19:00 GMT

This film, in stark contrast to our last featured film, is a surreal comic snatch of what it's like when two polar opposites meet in an East End flat. Director Patrick Fenn says of the film, "The two main characters are close friends so they were comfortable hitting each other, which strangers can find awkward. We had a great time recording sound effects for the film, which incorporated punching a shoulder of lamb and hitting a rolled-up telephone book with a shoe." Nice one. Look forward to more movies, music and more at the Elefest FILM JAM on Novenber 29th 2006 at the Roxy Bar & Screen in London Bridge. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Drama Queen

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 6 Nov 2006 23:55:00 GMT

Three girls are locked in a closet at a high-school reunion. One holds a truth hidden from the others. The film was originally conceived by lead actors and executive producers, Laura Adamo and Monika Schurmann, to showcase their talents. The total budget of $30,000 Canadian, was raised through a golf tournament organized by the girls. Eventually the director, Aubrey Singer was hired to bring the story to the screen. After the script was re-written and work-shopped through American Zoetrope's virtual studio, the film was shot in 2005, overcoming snowstorms, heat waves and numerous technical glitches. It has so far been featured at three international film festivals and now on the shallowSHORTS Vcast. Look forward to more movies, music and more at the Elefest FILM JAM on Novenber 29th 2006 at the Roxy Bar & Screen in London Bridge. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. If you would like to submit a film to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM The shallowSHORTS Video Podcast - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED!

Pro Patria Mori

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 31 Oct 2006 12:53:00 GMT

This original film is a visualisation of a poem by Wilfred Owen, which recalls a gruesome gas attack on war-weary World War 1 soldiers. The comparisons of war then and in contemporary times seamlessly joined are poignant as they are powerful. Director M. K. Thompson made the film over 'two long days'. Look forward to more movies, music and more at FILM JAM in November 2006 in London. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details.To submit to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM

Picked

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 23 Oct 2006 17:40:00 GMT

"A pickpocket discovers the thin line between victim and perpetrator". Picked, directed by K. Akeseh Tsakpo was shown at a shallowSHORTS100 event at the 100 Club in 2005. It has since been recognised in numerous film festivals around the country. Shot over two consecutive weekends in Bristol, the film follows a renowned pickpocket and his experiences on 'the other side'. Watch out for more from K. in future podcasts. Look forward to more movies, music and more at FILM JAM in November 2006 in London. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section and hear DJs play SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk). To submit to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM

One

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 17 Oct 2006 00:05:00 GMT

"One book in a vast library, one picture in a vast gallery, one film amongst countless others, one moment since the beginning of time, one place in an endless universe and one idea from where it is born." Philip Day's animation follows the path of one aspect of one much bigger picture. The audience is taken on a visual journey through time and space until they finally reach an interesting conclusion. Philip Day's attraction to animation was originally because there are no restrictions and the animator has complete control over all aspects of what he is creating. He says "The only problem with animation is that it takes an extremely long time to achieve". When asked about his inspiration for this film, he said, "I had an idea of making something that created a perspective. As a filmmaker you sit their and create your 'little masterpiece' and then you find that it's surrounded by so many others. It makes you feel very swamped by the amount of people also working to get themselves known. I wanted to create an animation that would in some way portray a sense of perspective". For more depth into Philip Day's thoughts on his filmmaking, along with other interviews with independent directors, go to www.directorsnotes.com. Watch out for more movies, music and more at FILM JAM in November 2006 in London. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section and hear DJs play SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk). To submit to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM

Paradise No

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 9 Oct 2006 23:07:00 GMT

"Henry and the Kid are itching for a score, but someone, or something, has other plans. Kid can't get a certain song out of his head and Henry thinks someone mysterious is after them. A dark autopsy of the American Dream, that will alter your dreams... or wake you up to them." This short from San Francisco based director Anthony Ferraro, was resourcefully funded by exchanging co-producer credits for cash. It begins as a seemingly simple crime thriller and twists into a film which transcends rational thought. There is surely an element of Lynch in Ferraro's influence. To check out more of his work, go to: www.cympal.com Watch out for more movies, music and more at FILM JAM in November @ Dreambagsjaguarshoes in London. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section and hear DJs play SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk). To submit to the Podcast DOWNLOAD THE SUBMISSION FORM

Apologies!

Sat, 30 Sep 2006 21:39:00 GMT

We're sorry if you couldn't download A Man In the Crowd this week. A technical hitch has occurred caused by some naughty gremlins. Because of this eventuality and the fact that we want to give every film equal exposure, we will run A Man In the Crowd for an extra week. Again, we're sorry for any inconvenience. Shallowfilms

SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES Party on Oct 5th, London W1

soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 10:59:00 GMT

If you can make it, come down to the first FILM JAM spin-off night, in collaboration with 'The Trouble with Katie Rogers', SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES, THURSDAY 5TH OCT @ The Warwick, 1-3 Warwick St (nearest tube Piccadilly Circus), London W1. 6-30 til late. Free entry. (Just quote 'Film Jam' on entry). DJS play 'movie music that means something', visuals from shallowSHORTS and 'Katie Rogers'. If you have a movie soundtrack request to hear on the night, email: SOUNDTRACKS@FILMJAM.CO.UK and they will sort it. To check out the flyer CLICK HERE.

A Man in the Crowd

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 22:16:00 GMT

Feeling stuck in a rut, estate agent Andy has a life-changing encounter with a client, which leads to a radical transformation in his appearance and character. Others don't share his enthusiasm for his new life and he is faced with some tough choices. This black comedy directed by Carlo Ortu, was completed in June 2006. With some great performances from the cast, together with a sharp script, Ortu achieves a successful follow-up to his previous short, Smile. Watch out for more movies, music and more at FILM JAM in November @ Dreambagsjaguarshoes in London. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section. Also keep it here for news of the new spin-off night, SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES on OCT 5th (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk).

La Grua y la Jirafa (The Crane and the Giraffe)

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 19:49:00 GMT

This award-winning animation from Argentinian-based director Vladimir Bellini, explores the unlikely emotional connection between these two very different giants. Bellini's debut won 4 festival awards in Spain and Argentina and is just one of many international short-films to be featured on shallowSHORTS in the future. To submit a film for consideration to the SS100 Video Podcast, go to shallowfilms.com. For details of the next FILM JAM go to filmjam.co.uk. The shallowSHORTS VIDEO PODCAST - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED.

The Ghosts of Abercwmboi

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:02:00 GMT

"Once a major provider of smokeless fuel, the redundant Welsh village of Abercwmboi is now a shadow of its former self. When Lowri, bunking off school with her mates, has a run in with an old man, she discovers a link with the past that provides hope for the future." This short, directed by John Shackleton, was funded by Communities First ( the Welsh Assembly government programme), which aims to support areas where help is needed the most. To submit a film for consideration to the SS100 Video Podcast, go to shallowfilms.com. For details of the next FILM JAM go to filmjam.co.uk. The shallowSHORTS VIDEO PODCAST - WHERE FILM IS DISCOVERED.

Never Marry a Woman with Big Feet

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 4 Sep 2006 22:44:00 GMT

Directed by Joon Goh, this short features a mysterious woman with unusually large feet. She finds something that doesn't belong to her and decides to explore its owner's life. For more films or to submit a film for consideration to the SS100 Video Podcast, go to shallowfilms.com. For details of the next FILM JAM go to filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

FILM JAM

Wed, 30 Aug 2006 23:33:00 GMT

If you made it to FILM JAM on August 23rd in London, you'll know it was a cool night with plenty of new films being screened, aswell as Bitesize Cinema's new selection and a shallowSHORTS100 compilation. In the upstairs bar, Djs played as projections showed a taste of what was happening downstairs. People were drawn in from the street by the huge window filled with moving images and a packed-out bar crowd. The next FILM JAMwill take place in a couple of months time (date to-be-confirmed). Meanwhile, send your ideas, opinions and films to the FILM JAM crew. Spread the word... we want to spread the love. Email: allears@filmjam.co.uk.

The Spirit child

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 28 Aug 2006 16:49:00 GMT

Elinor geller's charming animation follows a little girl, Orli, through the fantasy world of the 'spirit children'. She brings an imaginative story to the screen with a strong narration from Franklin Ojeda Smith and some great illustrative skills. For more films or to submit a film for consideration to the SS100 Video Podcast, go to shallowfilms.com. For details of the next FILM JAM go to filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Coconut

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 22 Aug 2006 07:43:00 GMT

This no-budget comedy short from a collective group of directors shows how a simple idea can be shot, and edited with plenty of imagination to produce an engaging film. Director Mehul Desai, came together with Narinder Jagdev, Steve Nijjar and Vitarag Rathod to make it. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details of FILM JAM: A great big freeform film love-in. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section and hear Djs play SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk). It all starts at 7.30pm... See you there!

Stripped

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 22:00:00 GMT

The night was going so well, but when a girl leaves a guy at her doorstep, he's going to wonder what he did wrong. This is another superb short from accomplished director, Mark Jackson... the first of his to feature on the sS100 podcast. Everything from the direction. camera, lighting, editing and even the score was executed by Jackson, creating a brilliant, yet slightly disturbing comedy short. Watch out for Mark at FILM JAM on 23rd August @ Dreambagsjaguarshoes in London where he'll be performing a live score to one of his films. Go to filmjam.co.uk for full details of FILM JAM: A great big freeform film love-in. You can bring your film down on the night to show in our FLICK-IT-ON section and hear Djs play SOUNDTRACKS OF YOUR LIVES (to request a soundtrack tune to hear on the night, email soundtracks@filmjam.co.uk). It all starts at 7.30pm... See you there!

Coda

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 7 Aug 2006 22:40:00 GMT

A 'groundhog' day in the life of Adam, in which all the little things in his life seem to go wrong... repeatedly. This film is a light-hearted look at the continuing repetition all of us experience every day, directed by Stephen Friendship. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Pinch Me Jesus

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 31 Jul 2006 20:38:00 GMT

"An advertisement for the Reverend Marion DuFresne's 1991 hit album 'Pinch me Jesus' including his timeless classics 'Issues with Tissues', 'All You Need is Christ' and 'Come Sit on my Lap'." Director James Scott plays with US tv commercial conventions in this short satire. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

A Friend I Know

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 24 Jul 2006 23:18:00 GMT

From the very first sS100 screening, comes this brilliantly crafted surreal animation about the trials and tribulations of becoming a fairytale villain. Director E.B. Hu manages to create an atmosphere worthy of Svankmajer through great editing, graphics and an intriguing narration. E.B. is surely a talent to look out for in the future. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Film Jam is coming

Thu, 20 Jul 2006 23:30:00 GMT

WED 23 AUG @ Dreambags Jaguarshoes, 34 Kingsland Road, Shoreditch, LONDON E2. Keep an eye on filmjam.co.uk for full details.

Tonight

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 08:01:00 GMT

The second film to be featured on the sS100 Video Podcast from director Mehul Desai, is this snappy short with a simple narrative about one guy's birthday present to himself. It's a tale of boy meets girl... girl has a surprise for boy. It was shown at sS100 Episode 5 in May. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Bus Kong

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 10 Jul 2006 21:30:00 GMT

A lightly-political animation exploiting the iconography of the Routemaster, London and a giant ape movie. Directed by Ed Hartwell, Bus Kong is a perfect 'lo-fi' short with a message and was well received at shallowSHORTS100 Episode 5. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

An Echo of Narcissus

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 3 Jul 2006 21:00:00 GMT

'A beautifully entrancing, haunting and tragic recounting of the tale of Narcissus, the young man cursed by the gods to fall in love with his own reflection". Directed by Shane Ward, the film mixes ethereal imagery with a soft narrative, creating a surreal world within. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Love Story

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 26 Jun 2006 21:00:00 GMT

A couple in love share their life and experiences together... but is everything so perfect? Director Oliver Gray plays with everyday relationships in this stylish sharp, witty short, originally shown at SS100 Episode 3. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Lifelines

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 20 Jun 2006 07:37:00 GMT

A man lies in his hospital bed, waiting for his test results. A doctor doesn't want to give him them... just yet. This comic short was made on a miniscule budget and was the debut film from director Richard Mayers. A parody on TV gameshows, it illustrates how we are all winners and losers in the game of life. The doctor is played by Tom Wontner, an accomplished actor who has appeared in a number of films featured at shallowSHORTS100 events. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Gritty City

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 12 Jun 2006 23:36:00 GMT

A true and honest look at London's 'inner cities', told through the effective medium of poetry. Director Wayne Campbell's clean and striking visual compositions compliment the powerful central performance. Gritty City was one of the excellent films showcased at SS100 Episode 5 back in May. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Used

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 6 Jun 2006 04:01:00 GMT

A soleful drama, laced with comedy, Used follows the life of an old disguarded pair of shoes. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll moonwalk watching director Mehul Desai's mini masterpiece. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Nothing Personal

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 29 May 2006 19:50:00 GMT

Ever been put on hold by a faceless automated phone service? This ingenious short-animated-film illustrates the frustrations we all encounter when faced with that scenario. Directed by Matt Wasser, it shows a simple and effective use of computer animation. More to come from Matt in future casts. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Bang! Bang!

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 23 May 2006 03:59:00 GMT

Kids playing with guns in an exciting action-packed short from the director of FESTER, FESTER, Alex Ryan. Superbly edited and full of high-end effects, you'll be on the edge of your seat watching this perfectly-formed film. For more shorts and details of forthcoming events including the sS100 FILM JAM got to shallowfilms.com and filmjam.co.uk. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Squash

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 16 May 2006 00:30:00 GMT

Directed by Peter Blach. When a young and emotionally distressed man turns up for a game of squash, he is challenged by an powerful opponent and plays the match of his life. The only question is, who exactly is he playing? Squash is a superbly shot and edited film with an interesting twist. Almost dialogue free, it trancends the restrictions of language. Another unique film showcased by the shallowSHORTS100 VIDEO PODCAST. Make this your next picture show!

Fetish

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Tue, 9 May 2006 07:40:00 GMT

A man, a woman and a door btween them. This quirky short is a simple comedy based on a dialogue between the two actors. Directed by Robin Green, it's a snapshot of a couple caught in a very private conversation. Fetish was one of the many films shown at SS100 Episode 5 on May 3rd 2006. Keep an eye on the podcast and website www.shallowfilms.com for news of the upcoming SS100 FILM JAM in London.

Thanks for coming!

Tue, 9 May 2006 00:18:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone who made it down last week to Episode V. Although it was great weather and summer arrived early, you embraced the atmosphere (and the darkness) to witness another cool night of films and tunes. 16 shorts all in all, each very different to the next - that's shallowfilm's philosophy... cram in as much outstanding, varied film content as we can, which is what we tried to do last week. From comedy, drama, poetry, music videos and animation, Episode V had the lot. The biggest cheer of the night went Extreme Crime Fighter's way, due to it's unapologetic quick-fire comedy, sex and violence, ticking all the right boxes, while other films caught peoples' imagination in other ways. Bus Kong, a lo-fi animation chartering the demise of the Routemaster was one such poignant film, which brought the film selection to an end. Those who stayed on were treated to a live piano/DJ set which, although was a bit of an experiment, went down very well with the crowd. So until the next time, keep your eye on the podcast and website shallowfilms.com for news of future events. Don't forget you can see some of the featured films, coming up on this, the only film podcast you need to watch. Always make SS100 your next picture show!

The Drop

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Mon, 1 May 2006 19:24:00 GMT

A nervous youth awaits a rendezvous in a derelict urban landscape. His reason for being there is less obvious than you might think. This film was produced over 3 days as part of the Mini Masterpiece challenge at the Brief Encounters Film Festival. Directed by Paul Sukhija, the film plays perfectly on our insecurities of the unknown. For more shorts and a great night of film & music, come and join us on MAY 3RD 2006 at The 100 Club, 100 Oxford St, London, from 6.30pm onwards. Details on shallowfilms.com. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Urban Fairytale

shallow100@shallowfilms.com — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 05:00:00 GMT

Take a guy who's no angel, mix him up in a deal with the devil and you end up with this quirky comic short from actor / director Ben Campbell. Shown at SS100 Episode 2, this well-crafted tale of good and evil is a great example of low-budget filmmaking at it's most resourceful. For more shorts and a great night of film & music, come and join us on MAY 3RD 2006 at The 100 Club, 100 Oxford St, London, from 6.30pm onwards. Details on shallowfilms.com. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

Bad Dad

shallowSHORTS100 — Mon, 17 Apr 2006 13:54:00 GMT

Our first weekly film offering is this charming animation from Tasha Hollywood, which was shown at the very first SS100 event at The 100 club. It is a touching tale of one child's perception of his father, which is both funny and poignant. For more shorts and a great night of film & music, come and join us on MAY 3RD 2006 at The 100 Club, 100 Oxford St, London, from 6.30pm onwards. Details on shallowfilms.com. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW.

The SS100 vodcast is going weekly!

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 22:12:00 GMT

From next week, the SS100 podcast is going weekly. Due to popular demand and the need to get a huge amount of films out there, we decided it should be sooner rather than later. So, from Tuesday April 18, we'll publish a new short film every week, produced by a wide variety of filmmakers, each showcasing their own unique talents. There are hundreds... thousands of films, that were made to be seen, the least we can do is show a few of them. So spread the word and make THIS your next picture show!

Hobby

shallowSHORTS100 — Mon, 3 Apr 2006 20:55:00 GMT

Directed by Geoff Parsons. A trainspotting opera of a film. Parsons brings cool graphics, slick editing and obsessive characters together in this insightful short. Watch for the subtle ways that the design compliments the reality. Another truly unique film showcased by shallowSHORTS100.

If you make films read on.

Sun, 2 Apr 2006 21:56:00 GMT

WE'RE 3 MINUTES SHORT! Call for submissions - shallowSHORTS100 needs one more film for Episode V @ 100 Club on May 3rd! The selections had been made, but we found we still had room for a small one! If you think you can fill the gap, then go to the Shallow Films website, or download the submission form direct and send it with your film to the address at the top of the form. We'll select one 3 minute (approx) short for the May 3rd event @ The 100 Club, but if yours doesn't make the cut this time, be sure it will be considered for future events. See Shallow Films for full details of entry, events and to support fellow film-makers by subscribing to the free shallowSHORTS100 Video Podcast in the iTunes Music Store. Always make this you first picture show!

Keep 'em coming!

Sun, 2 Apr 2006 21:36:00 GMT

Thanks to everyone who's subscribed to the SS100 VODCAST so far. If you like what you've seen, tell your mates and anyone who wants to support short film from the grass roots up. That's how these films will really hit the audience they deserve. It's FREE to subscribe and what you get is an increasing number of great inspiring, entertaining short films from all genres. One every two weeks, soon to be more. Keep it here...

Half Naked

shallowSHORTS100 — Tue, 21 Mar 2006 16:28:00 GMT

From director Michael Keillor, comes this dark music video with a powerful score, set in the surroundings of a suburban estate. Everything seemed so black and white, then something changed.

you might have noticed

Wed, 15 Mar 2006 15:12:00 GMT

So you might have noticed we didn't update with a new movie yesterday.. firstly a massive apology, we're film lovers not tech heads and yes we have a few technical problems.. it's early days for this podcast so give us a chance, we'll sort it out before you know it. Thanks to all our subscribers so far, we've been really chuffed with the interest we've had. Thanks from the Shallow Films team

Doing anything MAY 3RD? Come and be shortsighted with Shallowfilms...

Thu, 9 Mar 2006 00:55:00 GMT

... @ The 100 Club, where it all started. ShallowSHORTS100 Episode V is returning home. On Wednesday May 3rd 2006, we'll be doing it all again at The 100 Club, 100 Oxford Street, Central London. A night of short-films & music in a unique atmosphere is what SS100 is all about. Steeped in music history, the 100 Club is once again, our perfect host for this next episode. An eclectic syrup of shorts wil be mixed up in 3 sections, broken only by the chilled DJ and live pianist sets throughout the evening. We'll also be officially launching the SS100 Video Podcast and would love you to join us! Come down and support the hard-working film guys who put so much passion into their films. See www.shallowfilms.com for details. MAKE THIS YOUR NEXT PICTURE SHOW...

The Omnicide 8000

shallowSHORTS100 — Tue, 28 Feb 2006 10:00:00 GMT

Our next podcast is an explosive effects-fueled short from director, Ian Hothersall, which will also be shown on the big screen at shallowSHORTS100 EPISODE 5, on May 3rd. Mr Jones has ordered a new microwave oven, but an administrative error has lead to receipt of something far more powerful... and he's switched it on.

We are in iTunes

andygreenhouse@shallowfilms.com — Thu, 16 Feb 2006 16:19:00 GMT

We have passed the editorial and technical specifications that budding video casters have to go through to get listed in iTunes

What is this ?

andygreenhouse@shallowfilms.com — Thu, 16 Feb 2006 16:18:00 GMT

From Shallow Films comes the new shallowSHORTS100 podcast. A bi-weekly event bringing you outstanding original short films from all corners of the globe. The successful London-based film and music night, shallowSHORTS100 has always presented and showcased new and emerging talent in the world of short film. Now, a worldwide audience can enjoy these films too! Shallow Films invites you to download a new short film every 2 weeks. These films were made to be seen. Make this your first picture show...

Fester, fester

shallowSHORTS100 — Tue, 14 Feb 2006 13:50:00 GMT

Directed by Alex Ryan, was chosen as the first shallow SHORTS 100 podcast for it's pure entertainment value. Produced with limited resources, this film transcends its limitations. Watch this space for future podcasts from shallowSHORTS...