A response to Virgin Media short films.

http://www.virginmediashorts.co.uk/film/2579/photography
'Photography' was the first short film I watched. I really liked the narration, and the premise of the story that was being told. The layering of images was really interesting and I thought the idea was very original and displayed nicely. The music drew me in as an audience member, it was fairly quiet, meaning I had to listen intently and concentrate. Also because the directer uses the concept of photography and family photos and videos it gives audience members something to relate to. I thought the contrast of happiness and sadness was explored tastefully.  Overall I really enjoyed the short film. 
http://www.virginmediashorts.co.uk/film/2524/the-one-sided-argument
'The One Sided Argument' didnt appear as good as 'Photography'. I didnt think the plot line was very original or interesting. I've seen similar things done a few times before. Also the acting and the lip syncing was fairly poor, meaning the professionalism of the short film was decreased. However i thought the editing was well executed and clearly the director had taken a lot of time doing so. It was just a shame that some of the conventions let it down.