Many years ago, a friend entered the London Scifi Film Festival 48 Hour challenge. Teams turn up for the challenge and are given certain props or dialogue that must appear in the film. This is to stop cheating. My friend didn't win. I asked who won, he wasn't too impressed. I watched the winning film and I was blown away. By far the best film made for a 48 hour challenge I'd seen. It was Factory Farmed by Edwards. The story isn't developed (I've tried a 48 hour challenge - its tough!), but it's so beautifully made, it's stuck with me ever since. I often refer to it when teaching filmmaking, as its a great example of what can be done with minimal resources. There's also something haunting about the way it's shot and edited. You need to understand this was made pretty much by Edwards working alone, improvising a story (filming & editing) over 48 hours. It shouldn't be compared to a movie where you have a huge team behind you plus months/years to develop a screenplay. Watch it for what it is, the beginnings of a major filmmaking talent.
