The storyline follows a tween mermaid enthusiast show discovers an ailing water creature, a siren that gets washed up and found by a few humans that help the siren in her quest to become human.
Excellent short independent film directed by Ebony Blanding. The story line is quite interesting -- I like how a mythological creature is played together with real people and other real things and environment. The acting is quite on target, especially Bissette Williams who plays Jordan. The costuming is suitable for contemporary times. One thing that strikes me as very unrealistic is the siren's extensive eye make-up, complete with really long false eyelashes. That takes away from her validity. The camera work is pretty solid. There are times when the lighting is a bit lacking, especially in the interior shots. The costuming is suitable to the storyline. One thing that really stands out is the mermaid's tail; it looks so impressive and realistic. The background music is used pretty judiciously. What sticks out to me is the creepy music at one part that definitely suits the intense scene. The scene when the lights start flashing, intense music starts playing and blue water comes out of the faucet is certainly my favorite moment; it's a blend of sci-fi and fantasy. The ending is my favorite part as it leaves you wondering.
The message is you can be anything you put your mind to.
I give Jordan 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12, plus adults. By Avalon N. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!
The storyline follows a tween mermaid enthusiast show discovers an ailing water creature, a siren that gets washed up and found by a few humans that help the siren in her quest to become human.
Excellent short independent film directed by Ebony Blanding. The story line is quite interesting -- I like how a mythological creature is played together with real people and other real things and environment. The acting is quite on target, especially Bissette Williams who plays Jordan. The costuming is suitable for contemporary times. One thing that strikes me as very unrealistic is the siren's extensive eye make-up, complete with really long false eyelashes. That takes away from her validity. The camera work is pretty solid. There are times when the lighting is a bit lacking, especially in the interior shots. The costuming is suitable to the storyline. One thing that really stands out is the mermaid's tail; it looks so impressive and realistic. The background music is used pretty judiciously. What sticks out to me is the creepy music at one part that definitely suits the intense scene. The scene when the lights start flashing, intense music starts playing and blue water comes out of the faucet is certainly my favorite moment; it's a blend of sci-fi and fantasy. The ending is my favorite part as it leaves you wondering.
The message is you can be anything you put your mind to.
I give Jordan 3 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 8 to 12, plus adults. By Avalon N. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!
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