Synopsis:

A page turner for some of the worlds leading classical soloists Tom has a secret that may end his beloved career.

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Directed by  Siubhan Ni Ghriofa

Review written by Victoria Angelique 

The way sound is used in THE PAGE TURNER is nearly perfect. It never even occurs to the audience until the very end that the protagonist is a blind man as at first it just appears that he is quirky with his repetitive movements. The soundscape coupled with the excellent acting makes the film more like a dance as every single action is timed to the soundscape. It’s quite rare to find films that use sound as well as this film did, with every single sound being able to be heard such as tying shoes or the dusting of chairs. These should be the first clues that the Pageturner is blind, yet the clever manipulation of sound makes the brilliant ending a complete surprise as the focus becomes focused primarily on the sounds he experiences.

The superb direction and story by Siúbhán Ní Ghríofa makes this film an instant classic. The precision of the shots, accompanied by the changing of lights with the brilliant score conveys every emotion within the film. It’s nearly impossible to not be enraptured and drawn into tears by the end of THE PAGE TURNER. The euphoric revelation as the music engulfs the Pageturner’s emotions so that he could see light for the first time is what could make this film a masterpiece. 

The score drives the entire short film, with the dialogue at the very end when the Pageturner steps into the light of day. The emotional rollercoaster is well worth the ride. If someone wanted a film to explore the impacts of sound and award winning acting, THE PAGE TURNER would be the film to recommend to vast audiences. 

Siúbhán Ní Ghríofa did an exquisite job on this film. There is nothing missing as the filmmaker carefully plays with the lighting, sound and acting. THE PAGE TURNER had everything that a short film needs to become an award winning film in multiple markets. 

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