Sci-Fi Short Film: The Edge - DUST
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Date: 2024-04-01
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dust
They deleted my first comment bc this account person doesn't want honest criticism, so I'll G-rate it for you: Calling something art doesn't lower the bar for everyone else and make this good, nor does it lower the criteria for the format in which this is presented: cinema. The point of reference is other short films which I've enjoyed, and in relation to those this is completely generic and lacking. This isn't a casting call session to see if someone can act, it's presented as a complete work to be rated as a whole on whether it is enjoyable, yet it's figuratively the Wilhelm scream presented as an entire work.
Further, art deals with creative expression, but this is scenes a faire level generic. Look it up, Scenes a faire is literally a law that prevents suing someone over copyright when elements of a work are so generic that they are an expected part in any production in that genre. That is this. Sure it was post apocalyptic, but that alone doesn't merit a film bc it didn't go any deeper than superficial. Sure, there was a holocard in the book, but there was no reason to think other things of value weren't in the stolen merchandise. You make something without arc or clever reveal, and you type the plot bc you're too (fill in blank) to inform through dialogue. Then people attempt to negate criticism by generalizing it as art, even though it's clearly intended in a cinematic format, yet lacks all the other elements of enjoyable cinema. Then when I clearly point out that issue, you delete the honest criticism.
Seeing all these positive comments, knowing you delete honest criticism, is like watching people at an art show gather around a bag left on the floor oooh-ing and ahhh-ing and taking photos while you have security guards kick out anyone who isn't smiling.
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They deleted my first comment bc this account person doesn't want honest criticism, so I'll G-rate it for you: Calling something art doesn't lower the bar for everyone else and make this good, nor does it lower the criteria for the format in which this is presented: cinema. The point of reference is other short films which I've enjoyed, and in relation to those this is completely generic and lacking. This isn't a casting call session to see if someone can act, it's presented as a complete work to be rated as a whole on whether it is enjoyable, yet it's figuratively the Wilhelm scream presented as an entire work.
Further, art deals with creative expression, but this is scenes a faire level generic. Look it up, Scenes a faire is literally a law that prevents suing someone over copyright when elements of a work are so generic that they are an expected part in any production in that genre. That is this. Sure it was post apocalyptic, but that alone doesn't merit a film bc it didn't go any deeper than superficial. Sure, there was a holocard in the book, but there was no reason to think other things of value weren't in the stolen merchandise. You make something without arc or clever reveal, and you type the plot bc you're too (fill in blank) to inform through dialogue. Then people attempt to negate criticism by generalizing it as art, even though it's clearly intended in a cinematic format, yet lacks all the other elements of enjoyable cinema. Then when I clearly point out that issue, you delete the honest criticism.
Seeing all these positive comments, knowing you delete honest criticism, is like watching people at an art show gather around a bag left on the floor oooh-ing and ahhh-ing and taking photos while you have security guards kick out anyone who isn't smiling.
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spartarticus
Good film, i only have a problem with the main character's use of firearms, first she is seen with a ak47 with an underfolder stock, which she doesnt use, then in the night she is using a shotgun instead of her ak, with the flashlight on, being a beacon for raiders, then whe she is going to the raiders light place the AK47 with an underfolder turns into a akm sidefolder wire stock when she is approaching the very well lit raider place, she still has her flashlight on which obviously makes the raiders notice her
basically if she didnt do tactically dumb decisions she would have less problems
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Good film, i only have a problem with the main character's use of firearms, first she is seen with a ak47 with an underfolder stock, which she doesnt use, then in the night she is using a shotgun instead of her ak, with the flashlight on, being a beacon for raiders, then whe she is going to the raiders light place the AK47 with an underfolder turns into a akm sidefolder wire stock when she is approaching the very well lit raider place, she still has her flashlight on which obviously makes the raiders notice her
basically if she didnt do tactically dumb decisions she would have less problems
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uyhgar369
These are my 2 main critic's. 1 nobody in post apocalypse will be fat. At least not the regular people. 2 nobody would last 1 day in giant glowing plastic bubbles. If they had the bubbles for habs. They would bury them. Ir completely cover them with dirt wood ect for light proofing & insulation. Thats like showing a bunch of people in the north pole wearing aloha clothing. Or saying everyone is starving but they are all jacked looking like the Rock. Think for like 10 seconds. I know its make belive but you could put 7year old level of intelligence into it.
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These are my 2 main critic's. 1 nobody in post apocalypse will be fat. At least not the regular people. 2 nobody would last 1 day in giant glowing plastic bubbles. If they had the bubbles for habs. They would bury them. Ir completely cover them with dirt wood ect for light proofing & insulation. Thats like showing a bunch of people in the north pole wearing aloha clothing. Or saying everyone is starving but they are all jacked looking like the Rock. Think for like 10 seconds. I know its make belive but you could put 7year old level of intelligence into it.
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barthollowmew1252
What the F was that Calling something art doesn't lower the bar for everyone else and make this enjoyable. Art deals with creative expression, but this is scenes a faire level generic. Sure it was post apocalyptic, but that alone doesn't merit a film. You make something without arc, twist, or clever reveal, and you type the plot bc you're too lazy to inform through dialogue. I made better films than this for junior high school projects. I put more thought into this comment than was put into that film. Whoever made this one, get a regular job.
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What the F was that Calling something art doesn't lower the bar for everyone else and make this enjoyable. Art deals with creative expression, but this is scenes a faire level generic. Sure it was post apocalyptic, but that alone doesn't merit a film. You make something without arc, twist, or clever reveal, and you type the plot bc you're too lazy to inform through dialogue. I made better films than this for junior high school projects. I put more thought into this comment than was put into that film. Whoever made this one, get a regular job.
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LeviAWilson
Even though I do like the Dust movies, this is only one of about 4 that I've seen that had a fulfilling ending. A lot of them just end and leave you hanging. This is one of the ones that actually gives you some closure. I like a lot of movies from Dust, but I hate the way they end and leave you hanging like that. It's bad enough that they're short movies, let alone when they leave you hanging too. That's very disappointing. But that didn't happen here. Thank you.
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Even though I do like the Dust movies, this is only one of about 4 that I've seen that had a fulfilling ending. A lot of them just end and leave you hanging. This is one of the ones that actually gives you some closure. I like a lot of movies from Dust, but I hate the way they end and leave you hanging like that. It's bad enough that they're short movies, let alone when they leave you hanging too. That's very disappointing. But that didn't happen here. Thank you.
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alienrenders
Imagine her as a librarian. Those are killer late fees.
Moral of the story is don't steal a book unless the bookmark is at the end. You don't want anyone chasing you down just to know how the story ends. The final scene was cut out BTW. She throws away the bookmark because it's broken.
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Imagine her as a librarian. Those are killer late fees.
Moral of the story is don't steal a book unless the bookmark is at the end. You don't want anyone chasing you down just to know how the story ends. The final scene was cut out BTW. She throws away the bookmark because it's broken.
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dust
The ending saved it. Great cinematography, awesome environment, but the killing didn’t provoke any emotions. That is not the fault of director/writer or others. Too short in time to develop any ties to the characters. Overall 7/10, but if it were longer it would be an 8 or possibly 9 out of 10.
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The ending saved it. Great cinematography, awesome environment, but the killing didn’t provoke any emotions. That is not the fault of director/writer or others. Too short in time to develop any ties to the characters. Overall 7/10, but if it were longer it would be an 8 or possibly 9 out of 10.
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rtpoe
I tip my hat to the Sound Team! In far too many shorts, gunshots are so loud compared to the rest of the film that I'm afraid the people in the apartment next door will think someone has really been shot. Here, the shots are muted enough so I don't have to worry.
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I tip my hat to the Sound Team! In far too many shorts, gunshots are so loud compared to the rest of the film that I'm afraid the people in the apartment next door will think someone has really been shot. Here, the shots are muted enough so I don't have to worry.
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scetchport
Captivating. that'll be me soon, already in AU the purebloods are threatened to be locked in the concentration camps being built across the country.
Most will die fighting for our rights and freedoms but.
Many will end up fleeing when the war begins.
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Captivating. that'll be me soon, already in AU the purebloods are threatened to be locked in the concentration camps being built across the country.
Most will die fighting for our rights and freedoms but.
Many will end up fleeing when the war begins.
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abetterlivedlife
They lost me when the supply drop happened. If other people are sending supplies, it means that every place isn't as bad off. It would mean that in that forest is one of the worst places on Earth by other people's standards.
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They lost me when the supply drop happened. If other people are sending supplies, it means that every place isn't as bad off. It would mean that in that forest is one of the worst places on Earth by other people's standards.
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sunwarrior88
Am only making this comment as this is now the fourth time (in two years) Dust has deleted my comment as it was less than complimentary and as it was the fourth time this has happened, it shows how biased they are
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Am only making this comment as this is now the fourth time (in two years) Dust has deleted my comment as it was less than complimentary and as it was the fourth time this has happened, it shows how biased they are
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Scruffy818
This is perfect for people with ADHD, like myself, can’t be bothered sitting and watching a movie for 2 hrs. this gives me equal pleasure in 15 mins! Thanks dust!
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This is perfect for people with ADHD, like myself, can’t be bothered sitting and watching a movie for 2 hrs. this gives me equal pleasure in 15 mins! Thanks dust!
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ernestbethel2035
Wonderful acting! I didn't even need the subtitles to understand what the characters were saying to one another because of their emotional projection.
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Wonderful acting! I didn't even need the subtitles to understand what the characters were saying to one another because of their emotional projection.
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ronaldtreitner1460
pro tip, sleeping in the woods in a light bright tent is never a good idea, you use lights at night and you are blind to see anyone nearby.
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pro tip, sleeping in the woods in a light bright tent is never a good idea, you use lights at night and you are blind to see anyone nearby.
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JasonGillman
That so much Sci-fi is premised on the end of civilization as we know/have known it, says much about how much we trust our fellow man, I think.
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That so much Sci-fi is premised on the end of civilization as we know/have known it, says much about how much we trust our fellow man, I think.
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nickolasortiz8045
I hate these more questions than answer Dust films. there's never a sequel or long enough film to explain things. what were they smoking
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I hate these more questions than answer Dust films. there's never a sequel or long enough film to explain things. what were they smoking
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desertdreamer8224
And a lesson to be learned here, if your going to steal something make sure it isn't anything someone else thinks is worth killing for.
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And a lesson to be learned here, if your going to steal something make sure it isn't anything someone else thinks is worth killing for.
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Rep0007
Always with the bluetone color pallette these days. When will people realize bluetone is cliche now for like at least 10 years.
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Always with the bluetone color pallette these days. When will people realize bluetone is cliche now for like at least 10 years.
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SjoerdSoundz
The thing I kinda dislike about these kinda shorts. is that they are too short! I would love to see more of this story!
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The thing I kinda dislike about these kinda shorts. is that they are too short! I would love to see more of this story!
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annemckeon6532
Another doom and gloom story about our future. Any chance someone might have a vision of a brighter future for us
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Another doom and gloom story about our future. Any chance someone might have a vision of a brighter future for us
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7Steels
Excellant Film Making. I would have like if there was mention in the film on what the men were huffing from the trees.
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Excellant Film Making. I would have like if there was mention in the film on what the men were huffing from the trees.
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trieffendi
I'm wondering when they live long in the forest, where do they go to buy battery, or when they run out of bullet.
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I'm wondering when they live long in the forest, where do they go to buy battery, or when they run out of bullet.
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jasonhenderson3678
A great sci-fi story I was engulfed with the visuals, I forgot it was a short. Good job everyone.
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A great sci-fi story I was engulfed with the visuals, I forgot it was a short. Good job everyone.
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1959raven
sorry but i don't want to read a movie i want to relax and enjoy it without having to put any effort into it
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sorry but i don't want to read a movie i want to relax and enjoy it without having to put any effort into it
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trackerjacker5467
Very good! You feel a genuine emotional connection with the protagonist. Loved every minute of it.
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Very good! You feel a genuine emotional connection with the protagonist. Loved every minute of it.
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LUX711
So what were the guys breathing thru the masks attached to trees for
No one else wondering what that was
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So what were the guys breathing thru the masks attached to trees for
No one else wondering what that was
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alexanderwademd
She won't last long grunting and making all kinds of noise while tracking people in the forest.
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She won't last long grunting and making all kinds of noise while tracking people in the forest.
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Xaxtarr_Neonraven
Absolutely beautiful and expressive of intrinsic heartfelt sadness. Magnifique!
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Absolutely beautiful and expressive of intrinsic heartfelt sadness. Magnifique!
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