"After Fall, Winter" elevates the concept of the independent film with its exquisite acting and skillful directing by Eric Schaeffer, who not only wrote but stars in the film, as well. This is a continuation of his earlier film "Fall," but not technically a sequel. The main similarity between the two movies is the revival of the leading character, Michael Shiver, and his ongoing quest for what truly matters in life.
The film's director creates an immediate intimacy with the audience. Throughout the film the characters are very likable, relatable, and as my companion and I watched the film we found ourselves wanting to be Sophie and Michael, despite their frightening and eventually debilitating dark sides. The deep extent to which we became emotionally invested is revealed as the film's shocking climax unfolds and all we can do is watch helplessly. Our fears seemed to converge before us by the end of the film, as humans are capable of such beautiful intention but often condemn it with their own unfounded panic. The director's execution of this theme was sublime. Having fallen in love with the characters during their own journey in love, I was left vulnerable but in awe. The film haunted me for days.
Besides the impressive directing and acting, the cinematography is breathtaking. Paris is a perfect backdrop for the characters' intense relationship as it offers beauty and inspiration but also hides a sinister underbelly.
Eric Schaeffer succeeds again with "After Fall, Winter." This is truly an impressive, powerful film.
The film's director creates an immediate intimacy with the audience. Throughout the film the characters are very likable, relatable, and as my companion and I watched the film we found ourselves wanting to be Sophie and Michael, despite their frightening and eventually debilitating dark sides. The deep extent to which we became emotionally invested is revealed as the film's shocking climax unfolds and all we can do is watch helplessly. Our fears seemed to converge before us by the end of the film, as humans are capable of such beautiful intention but often condemn it with their own unfounded panic. The director's execution of this theme was sublime. Having fallen in love with the characters during their own journey in love, I was left vulnerable but in awe. The film haunted me for days.
Besides the impressive directing and acting, the cinematography is breathtaking. Paris is a perfect backdrop for the characters' intense relationship as it offers beauty and inspiration but also hides a sinister underbelly.
Eric Schaeffer succeeds again with "After Fall, Winter." This is truly an impressive, powerful film.