Far as the Eye Can See

The 20-minute short film, which was awarded Best Short (domestic) by the Wine Country Film Festival in Napa-Sonoma, was shot over 8 days on a 125,000-acre cattle ranch just outside Roswell, New Mexico. It stars Danielle Fradette, an unknown actress cast out of New York, and Frances Dee McCrea, a starlet of the 30's and 40's ("Little Women", "Of Human Bondage") who was married to screen legend Joel McCrea. The film marks her last screen performance before she died. Film Threat's Phil Hall said: "…"Far as the Eye Can See" has wonderful 35mm cinematography by Brian McAward (the New Mexican landscape hasn't looked this good in movies in ages)." In addition to "Zombie Prom" and Patrick sayers Project Greenlight finalist "A Family Name," McAward also shot Mr. McDonald's first short, "Special Delivery", which was a featured selection of the Director's View Film Festival and selected as part of Slamdance's Hieronymus screening at the Echo Park Film Center in LA.

This film is shot so beautifully that is literally makes the viewer feel that they are in the center of the New Mexico desert!! I swear I was sweating right along with the lead character. With themes of family (the loss of someone close to you, and finding a way to bring you closer to others in their absence), and difficulty finding faith in yourself, this movie speaks to a large and diverse audience. And --for a short-film -- it is wonderfully produced!! With sweeping views, moving scenes and a great storyline, FAR AS THE EYE CAN SEE is a film that will touch your heart!! I loved so many things about this film, it is hard to narrow it down to a few comments, so I will say -- bravo -- great job overall, and most importantly -- go see this movie! Also, you should keep your eye on this film-maker to see what he has up his sleeve next. You can be sure that with quality control set this high, it is going to be something that is very worthwhile!