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Adventure Fan films

The Hunt For Gollum (2009)

Sauron is preparing his armies and Gollum is the only saviour!

The Hunt For Gollum (2009) – The great events of the war of the ring are about to unfold and the priority for Strider and Gandalf is to keep the Ring secret. Sauron is preparing to unleash his armies and Gollum is creeping around Middle Earth with crucial knowledge of the Ring’s location. He must be found.

On a budget of $3,000 and 160 volunteers this is a must-see for any Lord of the Rings fans. Award winning unofficial prequel short film dramatising Aragorn and Gandalf’s long search for Gollum directed by British filmmaker Chris Bouchard. Based faithfully on the appendices of the books this is a non-profit, serious homage to the writing of J.R.R Tolkien and the films of Peter Jackson. It was shot on locations in England and Snowdonia with a team of over a hundred people working over the Internet. For me the best thing was the cinematography. The shots and locations were amazing! There was a lot of variety in scenes which hinted at the different locations Aragorn was traveling through in his search. It took two years to make and was released as a non-profit Internet-only video by agreement with Tolkien Enterprizes. The music and sound effects was another highlight for me. I found it seemed to borrow some elements from Howard Shore’s soundtrack, so that I could still remember being in that world but it was still original. Really awesome job on the effects and 3d sound, especially with the orcs and the fight scenes…

Directed by Chris Bouchard
Starring: Adrian Webster, Arin Alldridge, Patrick O’Connor

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Adventure Animation

The Monk and the Monkey (2010)

A determined young boy, Ragu, is sent by his master on his final quest to become a monk. A seemingly simple task becomes an unexpected challenge for Ragu as he discovers the real value of his quest. Animation, render, gradation of story, everything is really great! Love the design and composition. Made by students at at Ringling College of Art and Design.

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Directed by Brendan Carroll, Shant Ergenian, Francesco Giroldini

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Adventure Science fiction

Phoenix 9 (2014)

Phoenix 9 (2014) – Post Nuclear War Survival Drama

2039 A.D. – After a global, thermo-nuclear war has wiped out most of humanity, a tight-knit group of survivors discovers a secret that changes everything they thought about their world, and tempts them to turn against each other.

Phoenix 9 marks the debut for the German team of Amir Reichart (director & editor) and Peer Gopfrich (writer & producer). The short is a proof-of-concept based on a feature screenplay by Peer Gopfrich. This is definitely one that I could see being fleshed out to a major motion picture.

Amir Reichart was born as Amir Salama Reichart. He is a director and editor, known for Phoenix 9 (2014), Warrior (2014) and Waffenbrüder (2010).

Directed by Amir Reichart.
Written by: Peer Gopfrich. Starring: Mike Davies, Daniela Flynn, Nora Huetz

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Adventure Science fiction

Wanderers (2014)

Beautiful short film Wanderers by Erik Wernquist and narration by Carl Sagan is a vision of humanity’s expansion into the Solar System, based on scientific ideas and concepts of what our future in space might look like, if it ever happens. The locations depicted in the film are digital recreations of actual places in the Solar System, built from real photos and map data where available. Without any apparent story, other than what you may fill in by yourself, the idea with the film is primarily to show a glimpse of the fantastic and beautiful nature that surrounds us on our neighboring worlds – and above all, how it might appear to us if we were there.

Ever since I started out in computer graphics, character animation has always been my focus and is what I consider my primary skill. But due to a large variety in working environments and the fact that I am self taught in computer graphics, I have a rather wide range of knowledge and experience in many, if not all, aspects of the field. My background in theatre has left me with a passion for writing and directing, which is why I on several occasions have taken breaks from animation to work with live action projects.Erik Wernquist

THIS FILM WAS MADE WITH USE OF PHOTOS AND TEXTURES FROM: NASA/JPL, NASA/Goddard Space Flight Center Scientific Visualization Studio, ESA, John Van Vliet, Björn Jonsson

Directed by Erik Wernquist

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Adventure Animation

Against Time (2012)

Against Time (2012) – Short Film about love in a post-apocalypse world

Contre temps (Against time) is set in a post-apocalyptic city that was long ago covered by rising tides. While exploring the city at low tide, however, a scavenger discovers another soul within the city. A man searches for clocks in a submerged world where the water recedes once per year. He meets a girl who changes his outlook on time.

This animated short was directed by Jérémi Boutelet, Thibaud Clergue, Tristan Ménard, Camille Perrin, Gaël Megherbi, and Lucas Veber as their graduation film, and it was an official selection at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival and at Siggraph 2013.

It uses the painterly quality of its CG animation to a particularly grand effect, creating a beautiful city reclaimed by sea life and a pair of characters who prove winning in the end.

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Adventure Comedy

Castello Cavalcanti (2013)

Plot:

The story takes place in Italy, 1955, during a Formula One race when the Italo-American pilot played by Schwartzman crashes his vehicle at a small village and gets stuck there. The accident, a total wreckage of the car and cause of same moodiness to the pilot turns out to be something unexpectedly good when he gets involved with the local people, their routine, awakening an almost forgotten memory. He belongs there, and losing the race is no longer so important.

Wes Anderson Castello Cavalcanti – Hommage To Classic Italian Movies

Anderson references some classic Italian films in the short, including several by Federico Fellini, such as La Dolce Vita (1960) and Amarcord (1973). Castello Cavalcanti is essential viewing for fans of Wes Anderson’s work. With beautiful set pieces including a famous prop from Fellini’s “La Dolce Vita” (both were filmed at the same studio in Rome) and a number of distinctive background characters, Anderson immediately establishes a truly memorable period atmosphere that evokes positive memories from both his own work and classic Italian films. Furthermore, Jed Cavalcanti, a Formula 1 driver played by Jason Schwarzman, is a funny, unique protagonist who fits comfortably alongside Max Fischer and Steve Zissou. Brisk and enjoyable, the film is a wonderful surprise that bears no resemblance to an advertisement and does not overstay its welcome. Anderson has stated that, with the further participation of Prada, he hopes to follow Cavalanti in more adventures filmed at other great studios around the world. Let’s hope he follows through on that promising idea and that Cavalcanti becomes the star of many more Anderson shorts.

The 8-minute film was filmed at Cinecittà in Rome, Italy and financed by Prada. It first debuted at the Rome Film Festival and was released online on November 13, 2013. It quickly became viral and received critical acclaim.

Directed by Wes Anderson
Starring: Jason Schwartzman, Giada Colagrande, Renato Agostini

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Adventure

A High Wind in Jamaica (1965)

Avast ye landlubbers and seafaring souls alike! If you’re in the market for a swashbuckling adventure starring Anthony Quinn & James Coburn that’s more fun than a barrel of rum, look no further than “A High Wind in Jamaica.” This maritime masterpiece will have you hoisting the Jolly Roger and setting sail for high seas hilarity.

“Ahoy, Mateys! Prepare to be Blown Away by ‘A High Wind in Jamaica’ (1965)!”

Set in the 19th century, this rollicking romp follows the misadventures of a group of young scallywags who find themselves captured by pirates after a hurricane blows their ship off course. But don’t let the quaint title fool you – this ain’t your grandmother’s afternoon tea party!

Led by the spirited Emily (played with pluck by Deborah Baxter) and her ragtag crew of siblings, the film sails into uncharted waters of comedy and chaos. From mistaken identities to daring escapes, every scene is a treasure trove of laughs and surprises.

And let’s talk about those pirates, shall we? Forget the swashbucklers of yore – these buccaneers are more likely to swap stories over a game of cards than engage in sword fights. But don’t underestimate their ability to plunder a laugh or two!

With its colorful characters, witty dialogue, and enough twists to make even the saltiest sea dog dizzy, “A High Wind in Jamaica” is a cinematic voyage you won’t soon forget. So batten down the hatches, splice the mainbrace, and prepare for a high-seas adventure that’s sure to leave you laughing in the rigging!

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