My Fan Fiction has Fan Fiction: Star Wars Exile

 



 

 

My Fan Fiction has Fan Fiction:

Star Wars Exile

 



The Star Wars nation may be fiction but it has clearly taken over the universe of entertainment. With the purchase of Disney, we are now guaranteed Star Wars movies until our grandkid's grandkids are sick of it. Whether you love it or hate, you can't deny that it takes a special kind of storytelling to garner that much attention. The film makers behind the fan fiction "Star Wars: Exile" have embodied this brand of storytelling.

Producers Noel Braham and Pokey Spears don't waste any time, getting their hands dirty scene one as we follow a few Jedi into a dangerous battle in the woods. The shot selection and camera movements are clean and clear. This really sets apart this fan fiction from others. We see the usual suspects, Darth, Boba, and Troopers, but also get a good taste of some new characters designed from the minds of the producers. The special and digital effects go way beyond the normal fan film and you're apt to almost miss some of them because they look so natural in the frame your eye may not catch them. The one area that is a bit confusing comes at not knowing which new characters are on the good side or bad side, although it is quickly explained by the end of the scene as all the Jedi are killed.

As we get into the meat of the story, Braham, Spears, and Savoye embody their characters fully and give passionate performances. Director of Photography Mario Contini takes a very plain desert scene and turns it into a dry barren planet millions of miles away. The light saber fighting and choreography is clean, could be sped up a little bit, but ultimately looks believable considering the minimal budget. Another area that really shines is the music. The music in this film was used perfectly and sets the tone for whatever part of the roller coaster we are at. The dialog could use some work and at times I was a tad confused which side of the coin Braham and Savoye landed, but we all know Star Wars dialog can be general and idealistic. The film ends well and allows for maybe a sequel if the producers see fit.

What I think is so great about this film is that we are really seeing the development of film makers. The entertainment business is a tough business to Intern and there aren't many places where film makers can get their hands on making quality projects before stepping into bigger projects. This film shows other thespians that it is possible to practice your skills and that if you want something, maybe you just have to go out and get it. These guys did, and they produced a good looking project.

 

-Johnny Guns

 

Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v-6ae6tMHb0