Rewind

Rewind is a moving and thrilling short sci-fi film. The story keeps you on edge as the big brother, Rewind, (Jason Woods) time travels back and forth to save little brother, Jax, (Sage Mayer) who has run afoul of gangster, Whistler, (Johnny Alexander). Writer/Director Leo Lungaro squeezed every ounce of action and suspense into this 6 minute short film. Jason Woods as Rewind is suited to this genre. He carries the film on his broad shoulders with movie star aplomb. In a feature film, Mr. Woods would have had a stunt double, but that's not possible in shorts, yet he handles the physicality as well as the acting deftly.

Kudos to Leo Lungaro for delivering a well crafted short film.

Its obviously a low budget short but that doesn't matter so anyone who comments on the quality like camera, lens, lighting etc., go somewhere else. It's just some young film makers with a camera and a passion. The idea is still solid and it genuinely made me tear up. Its quick and too the point which is great for any short film. The couple of effects used are good enough to sell the intended effect and Jason's acting is solid. There isn't much to the villain role other than just being someone you hate because of what he did so I'd be curious if there's more nuance and a "why" that would be answered in a feature but I understand its hard to get elaborate in a short like this. As of now he's just there to be the bad guy. It would have been nice to get a better and more clean fine-tuned fight scene with how short it is. If Rewind isn't a martial artist or a good fighter at the time, it would want to see him just be super brutal, especially considering what the villain did. But overall good concept that could easily be cleaned up and elaborated on.

"REWIND" took me on an emotional journey, traversing through a spectrum that included grief, hope, regret, and a sense of heroism. The film introduces a captivating and rare concept that I've longed for, inviting audiences to contemplate the idea of revisiting pivotal moments and altering destinies. Picture yourself going back in time to reshape the outcomes of your greatest desires or most haunting regrets.

The cast impressively brings the universe of "REWIND" to life with unwavering conviction. They skillfully convey the pain and anger of Rewind, the hope and despair of Jax, and even the malevolence embodied by the Whistler. Their performances add layers of authenticity to the characters, making the narrative more immersive.

What sets this film apart is its exceptional quality, surpassing the standards of its counterparts in the category. The combination of remarkable picture quality and skillful direction align seamlessly with the standards of a blockbuster action hit. The stunts executed in the film are so astonishing that they leave you pondering how such shots were even achieved.

"REWIND" exceeds every expectation, delivering an experience that goes above and beyond. It is undeniably a must-watch, and my anticipation is fueled by the hope of witnessing more cinematic gems of this caliber in the future.

Saw this short film at a Film festival and was blown away. The quality of work in the short, outstanding. The VFX, acting, stunts, it really has it all! Worthy of being turned into a full length feature. Not only was I captivated by the amount of work put into the short film, I was moved by the story. With a sci-fi element of time travel and a main character at the center filled with determination and heart, you get a short story that leaves you wanting more, what could be if some things were different or if you could change certain parts of time. I would definitely love to see this work be put as a TV show or a film.

One of the best things about this film is that it's so relatable. We all have those awkward moments when we wish we could change time. Or go back in time to make a wrong turn into a right turn in our lives. Especially when it comes to loves ones.

The quality of the film is excellent. The directing, acting and special effects are superb. The action from start to finish will have you sitting at the edge of your seat. The brilliance of the film lies in the different emotions from start to finish that is displayed in the characters, that in a certain instance, without giving anything away, brings you tears.

Great job!