Hawk is a dramatic short fantasy film written by Alex McArdell and M J McMahon that delves into the classic storyline of an internal struggle with good and evil. The battle is showcased using the main character Rowan who is brilliantly played by both Robert Gwyn Davin and Steffan Thomas at different stages of the characters life.
The story is set in stunning mystical Welsh landscapes, creating an extremely dramatic backdrop for this suspenseful short fantasy film. The dramatic wide shots of the eery hills with perfectly pairing sinister music creates an intense viewing for the audience.
The film explores traditional folklore with Rowan and his father Gawain at the forefront. It is obvious to the viewer that Gawain cares deeply for his son and wants to give him the best possible chance of survival in the wilderness. This naturally makes the viewer emotionally connected to the characters and creates an interest in the story that is about to unfold.
The pace of the film was rather slow, focusing more on dramatic drawn out shots rather than plot or character explanation. Although this is typical of the fantasy form, it definitely was not an easy storyline to follow considering that it was such a short production. However, I believe this also played in to the films overall mystical feel.
The story is set in stunning mystical Welsh landscapes, creating an extremely dramatic backdrop for this suspenseful short fantasy film. The dramatic wide shots of the eery hills with perfectly pairing sinister music creates an intense viewing for the audience.
The film explores traditional folklore with Rowan and his father Gawain at the forefront. It is obvious to the viewer that Gawain cares deeply for his son and wants to give him the best possible chance of survival in the wilderness. This naturally makes the viewer emotionally connected to the characters and creates an interest in the story that is about to unfold.
The pace of the film was rather slow, focusing more on dramatic drawn out shots rather than plot or character explanation. Although this is typical of the fantasy form, it definitely was not an easy storyline to follow considering that it was such a short production. However, I believe this also played in to the films overall mystical feel.