The Exit6 Film Festival took place on September 24th in Basingstoke and I absolutely loved it.

After getting a festival pass, I packed a few bags of popcorn and went to every screening that I possibly could.

Over the day I saw 27 short films and seeing that it was the Exit6 Film Festival, here are my favourite six films.

[in no particular order, don’t make me pick a favourite.]

Akita

Directed By Alastair Cummings & John Hickman

This delightful film opened up the festival and showed how a film with little to no dialogue can still be as enticing and charming as any other. A very true short that sticks with you.

The Mishap

Directed by Ruth Pickett

This film took me off guard. What begins as a more serious film very quickly becomes a hilarious dark comedy. Very little can be said about this film without taking away from the experience but this film had me laughing out loud usually out of disbelief.

2:AM

Directed by Chris Cronin

With Sherlock-esque writing and a Chilling lead performance. 2:AM optimises the short running time to increase the tension so the characters and the audience have no idea what’s going to happen.

The Problemless Anonymous

Directed by Gary Roberts

The Problemless Anonymous focuses itsef on imperfections, which this film has very little of. With a thought provoking message partnered with stunningly colourful visuals, it’s no surprise that this film left with the Audience Choice award.

Apparition

Directed by Denis Dobrovoda

This unique film tackles religion and belief whilst delivering laughs. The direction makes it feel so real which is what this film needs. Through a great lead performance and a message that sticks with you, Apparition was deserving of it’s Best Film Award.

The Prime Location

Directed by David Buchanan

This film has such a personality. The writing and performance of its lead actor sold me on this film and was unlike any short I saw at the festival. The Prime Location nailed its visual comedy style which is so hard to achieve nowadays without seeming to replicate someone elses work. It’s outlandish story had me in stitches and I couldn’t stop thinking of this film long after.

The Exit6 Film Festival took place in The Anvil, The Red Lion Hotel, Vue Cinema and The Tea Bar and was Basingstoke’s first film festival. It was a great day all round with incredible films, great company and a fantastic After-Party.

I will definitely be back next year.

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