Dangerous Crosswinds

The story and characters of Dangerous Crosswinds were genuine and held my interest. The interactions were not always exciting, but is that not like life? The challenges to the characters made the movie feel realistic. The situations and the mystery of it all were daunting. I enjoyed this movie. Larry Jay Tish was very believable as Harry. He was contemplative and came to conclusions along the way. His distance from others made him realistic. Don LaBranche also played his part sincerely. Mary Simmen had to be two people in one during both the current and flashback scenes and did it so well. All of the supporting cast members helped set the scenes and give Harry the opportunities to figure it out. That this movie did not have some of the polish of a "Hollywood Production" made it even more endearing and realistic.

We all die! At last, an intriguing film about a very serious subject. "Dangerous Crosswinds" is unique, mysterious to the end, a fictional film about a puzzling crime that explores a reality of our times. I recently had to make a life or death decision about a loved one, so the film hit close to home. Compassion, sorrow, joy - lighthearted moments easily flowed around the moody theme. I found myself laughing out loud at some of the characters and dialog. The on-location filming of the hustle-bustle of a newsroom to the melancholy, seaside, "at home" location naturally shifted moods. The technical aspects, resolution, color, audio, etc. were a-1.

After watching Dangerous Crosswinds, I became even more enamored with independent films. I thought Bill Millios did a marvelous job directing this film. Obviously, this is not a Hollywood production, but that is the appeal of this film. The acting was first-class, the storyline was riveting, the music was subtle yet very appropriate, and the cinematography was very impressive. If you are expecting special effects, high-action, over-the-top soundtrack, this is not the movie for you. To me, what makes a great movie is when you can discuss it for hours after seeing the movie, and that is exactly what Dangerous Crosswinds does. As he did in his previous movie, Old Man Dogs, he gets the viewer thinking, which to me is what separates mediocre films from great films. To paraphrase the famous words of Jon Landau, "I have seen the future of indies, and his name is Bill Millios!" I cannot wait for his next endeavor.

Dangerous Crosswinds is a film not afraid to take chances. The feel, look, and craftsmanship can take on any Hollywood film out there today.

D.C. is a film that strives for more then just the popcorn movies that are out there now. Bill Millios breaks the mold of most filmmakers and takes chances with the story, visual style, and editing. Such as holding wide shots, the opening credit sequence, and one long scene with two main charters letting it go delivering a great moments on screen.

Dangerous Crosswind's ending will stay with long after the film ends.

Bill Millios succeeds in delivering a film that entertains and makes you think.

I have seen this film. Given the fact

of low budget from NH, it isn't the worst film I have seen. The acting

seems forced by everyone I saw on screen, except for the fisherman. I

didn't find that I cared the least bit for any of the characters. I realize Bill isn't into big Hollywood type stories, but that is what

the majority of the people like. The basis of the storyline is great one,

but it falls short. The film was shot well, just I think that Bill

should have pushed his actors to feel. I am hoping his next film will be better.