Hulkeasexo
it is the rare 'crazy' movie that actually has something to say.
Doomtomylo
a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.
Bessie Smyth
Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.
Phillipa
Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.
Kirpianuscus
first, for provocative idea. second - for the extraordinary animation. not the last- for something who seems be mix between poetry and emotions and delicate humor and eccentric explanation for a masterpiece /Prometheus story who defines us. a film about a boy and about imagination/experiments/miracle /family and about... the first ancestor of crocodile. after its end, the first temptation is to define it as experience. not only ordinary. because it is like a large open window to the most wonderful miracle.and, maybe, this is the motif who legitimate it as real touching animation.because it is, in fact, a sweet homage to humankind.
Horst in Translation ([email protected])
"The Looking Planet" is not a bad or terrible short film by any means, but i must say it is not a good one either. Animation, characters and story are all only mediocre at best, so I am certainly surprised by this film's IMDb rating, awards recognition and reviews here. It is an animated science fiction film that runs for 16.5 minutes and maybe the reason why I did not like it that much is because I am generally not too big on the genre. The writer and director is Eric Law Anderson and it somehow shows in here that he has not made a film in over a decade. Taking that into account, it is actually a pretty good effort I must admit. Nonetheless, not good enough to let me recommend this one. I hope he can step things up for future projects again, so that the one or two fine moments in here extend over an entire (short) film.
jamieannhickman
I saw this film at the 2014 Knoxville Film Festival, and I had the extraordinary experience of seeing an audience on pause. The entire film was utterly mesmerizing, but there was one particular moment (and one will know when he or she sees it) where I personally came to the slightly tearful realization that we are ALL in this together. Not sure if my fellow audience members came to the same conclusion, but in that moment, we shared something that silenced us and stilled the air. I had the notion that this film should be translated into every language and shown everywhere across the planet in hopes that everyone would have the epiphany or the aha moment that I did. In the moment, I truly felt that would be the beginning of the shift into world peace. This film spoke a message that clearly to me. But, if the least this film does is put an audience on pause, that is no less extraordinary work.
shorty_xavier
This was one of the best short films I saw last year. It created a lasting effect upon me and I have used it as an example of short film making in several discussions throughout the year. I have tracked it's progress as it has made it's way through various festivals and garnered several awards. This is a film I would want in my collection for the opportunity to show others what a great short film looks like. I enjoyed the story, the world, the characters, and dialogue. The Looking Planet is both playful and thoughtful. It has an amazing soundtrack and an engaging story.This film is truly worth your time and will enhance your experience of short films.