#streetart #urbanart #runandgun Film reviewers often use the words ‘fresh’ and ‘original’ to describe innovative film making but iMaiden deserves more. This troupe of actors is creating short films that challenge the audience and create thought-provoking shorts that stay with the viewer for much longer than the three minute videos. iMaiden delivers film that is experimental, challenging, real, deep, raw, and mysterious.
The crisp cinematography isn’t flashy so the real depth of the video comes from the acting and writing. Many of their videos only feature one or two camera angles and their sharp focus draws your attention directly into the scene.
One of the unique factors that sets iMaiden apart is the realness of their actors, and acting. Every scene feels legitimate, as if you somehow have a small glimpse into another world. Nothing is forced or directed and the raw power of their actors shine through. In fact, one of their films, Maryann Jones, was completely improvised and you can feel the connection that the actors share in the creative process.
Film makers are challenged to create new material that breaks ground and offers viewers a new perspective. iMaiden does just that and their creations stay in the minds of their audience because of its raw influence. The mysterious elements that iMaiden employs can be somewhat shocking and the videos often end slightly before the viewer is ready, forcing their imagination to put together the pieces and come to its own conclusions. Experimental media challenges, excites, and inspires the imagination. With every video you are pulled more and more out of yourself and your comfort zone and yet through their uncomfortable pulling you find yourself and solve your own mysteries. The iMaiden holds great power as a troupe of innovative, collaborative film makers and actors who are redefining art through experimental media.
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