Newpaper FiRST Film Fest.

I thought this should have won, at least an entry in the top 11. But it did not. Lim Chee never disappoints eh? Stylistically similar to Epiphany and previous works. Can see the foundations of an auteur. I'll maintain my stand that Lim Chee is probably the most talented filmmaker out of the WKWSCI lot. We're hoping to work on an omnibus feature film, with 10 other alumni. Lets hope it works out well.


This one from the sophomores. Should have won an award though the 5k grant must have come in handy.


And the eventual winner, a little video by a 13 year old boy. It's a very simple film, without all the professional lighting, sound and camera equipment, but less is more. Has shades of Kevin Smith's Clerks, Robert Rodriguez's El Mariachi and Vinterberg's Festen. Has the makings of a great work. Smart and witty . I like the "Jam! Wait it's peanut butter" scene. You have to admit that the boy has a flair, especially with his editing and story. Crisp editing and more mature than even student filmmakers from the polys and my university.



Of course it's probably not mainstream and guess that's the flak he is getting from even fellow participants/filmmakers (whom I think obviously need to grow up and learn to be gracious). Work hard though but learn not to be cocky.