Tumult

Bloodied and cleaved, a family of Viking warriors are traversing the heather-clad moors of the highlands of Scotland with their father almost certain to die of his battle wounds. There is discord amongst his sons, though, when he indicates that his eldest will succeed but that is soon superseded by something altogether unexpected (by them and us) as this short features heads squarely for the comically macabre. It can't have had much of a budget, but auteur Johnny Barrington creates quite an effective first five minutes of drama before the mood changes altogether and, without wishing to spoil the surprise, really quite entertainingly too. Perhaps Scots folk might appreciate the darkness more, but I can think of so many scenarios where an axe or a sword could just save so much time, effort and words! Give it a go, it shouldn't disappoint and may raise a grimace!

This short film carries the viewer through a myriad of emotions. I was taken aback and yet laughed in different parts. The Short closes most loopholes of logical sequence, yet left room for interpretive discussion after wards over our expensive wine in Park City. (Where did the three come from? How was it that they came upon the group of people?) The camera work was beautiful, and paid attention to details such as keeping the vehicle on the horizon to keep the audience waiting for the reveal. Makeup and costuming made the film look "Braveheart"-ish. The actors, especially the three warriors, were wonderfully in character and made me wonder what was coming next. Great camera effects, too! Our entire group left smiling, after staying to watch the credits to see where this film was born!!!