Some creative professions are harder than others, and then there’s magic, which requires a leap of faith as much as genuine talent. Conor and Tyler Byrne’s new comedic short film “Loudini” examines the life of a magician and its unique struggle. Commission by Ray Ban, the film follows a down-on-his luck magician (Henry Zebrowski) who loses his rabbit and struggles to keep his act together. “Loudini” also stars Allyn Rachel (“Million Dollar Arm”), Robert Michael Lee (“The Astronaut Farmer”), and Jakob Verweij in his screen debut. It also features an exclusive musical performance by the band Car Seat Headrest, performing their original song “Does It Feel Good?” Watch the short below.
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Conor Byrne has written and directed six previous short films. Some of these films include “Foureyes,” about a ten-year-old boy who receives eye glasses and is thrust into the world of puberty,...
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Conor Byrne has written and directed six previous short films. Some of these films include “Foureyes,” about a ten-year-old boy who receives eye glasses and is thrust into the world of puberty,...
- 8/24/2016
- by Vikram Murthi
- Indiewire
"Still wearing the cape?" Today's must see short film discovery is titled Loudini, a charming and amusing story about a struggling magician who goes by the nickname "Loudini". Made by the same guys who made the short film Foureyes that we featured a few years ago, Loudini is described (by the filmmakers) as their "mash up of Punch Drunk Love, Inside Llewyn Davis and King of Comedy". That's an eclectic yet appealing pitch that should grab a few of you. The short also has a performance by the musician Car Seat Headrest. This is a great example of a simple idea made grand and engaging by smart filmmaking choices. Have fun. Found on YouTube. Description: "an original short film -- commissioned by Ray Ban -- about a struggling magician, starring Henry Zebrowski (Wolf of Wall Street) and with a musical performance by Car Seat Headrest." Loudini is written and directed by Conor Byrne,...
- 8/23/2016
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Writer and director Conor Byrne has made a very funny and sexually goofy coming-of-age comedy short called Foureyes that you've got to watch when you have a chance. The film stars a young actor named Jake Ryan (Inside Llewyn Davis, Moonrise Kingdom) as Bobby Bowersox, a 10-year-old boy who is "thrust into the tumultuous world of puberty when he gets a new pair of eyeglasses." The story, script and acting are all solid, and the movie was shot very well. This short is a great example of excellent filmmaking, and one I think you'll enjoy. There's a little bit of nudity in it, so you might want to consider it Nsfw.
- 4/23/2014
- by Joey Paur
- GeekTyrant
"They are going to bring everything into focus." The perfect short to start your week, take a look at Foureyes, written and directed by Conor Byrne. This hilarious and charming independent comedy short stars young actor Jake Ryan, seen in Inside Llewyn Davis and Moonrise Kingdom, as Bobby Bowersox - a 10-year-old boy who learns it's time for him to get glasses. The story turns into a zany, sexual coming-of-age from there and it's quite fun, with a cast that gives excellent performances in just 12 minutes. This might not be totally safe for work, but oh well, it's harmless fun and worth watching. This is how to make a great short. Synopsis from Vimeo: A 10-year-old boy is thrust into the tumultuous world of puberty when he gets a new pair of eyeglasses. Foureyes is written & directed by Conor Byrne, produced by Tyler Byrne & Richard Peete, executive produced by David Laub & Kevin Byrne.
- 4/22/2014
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
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