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Jailbird Diner

A gritty animation about calculated revenge.
4/5

Review

Directed and animated by John Borges, from a screenplay by Borges and Matt Pagourgis, ‘Jailbird Diner’ is a short animated thriller that explores a calculated act of retribution. Voiced by Alexia Stetzel (Tanya) and Larry Crandus (Richie), the narrative centres around a sassy waitress who manipulates an ex-convict who has just been released from a nearby penitentiary. The animation is artfully crafted – enhanced by its riveting plot which is certain to keep viewers on tenterhooks.

The 7-minute film opens with a tense exchange between the disgruntled diner (Richie) and the piercing waitress (Tanya). The audience will be startled by the psychopathic tendencies of Tanya – as her true vengeful intensions are quickly revealed. Without spoiling the concluding storyline, the narrative takes a sinister turn at the midway point, where reprisal and conflict grow turbulent – leading to a cataclysmic finish.

Under John Borges brilliant direction and animation, ‘Jailbird Diner’ is well-executed with impressive artistry throughout. The color pallet used is intensely dramatic, setting the fiery tone perfectly. Stetzel and Crandus (vocal talent) deliver gritty fool-proof dialogue that compliment the enthralling genre. Music and post-production are equally commendable. ‘Jailbird Diner’ takes an extreme look at revenge, with its edgy atmosphere, stellar craftmanship and compelling narrative. Highly recommended.

Brief Synopsis

Somewhere in America, revenge is served all night long: When a murderer and a waitress are trapped by a thunderstorm, the line blurs between predator and prey.
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Credits

Director(s): John Borges
Writer(s): John Borges, Matt Pagourgis
Cast: Alexia Stetzel, Larry Crandus
Producer(s): Matt Pagourgis
Director of Photography: John Borges
Animation (if applicable):

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Runtime: 8 min

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Jailbird Diner

A gritty animation about calculated revenge.
4/5

Review

Directed and animated by John Borges, from a screenplay by Borges and Matt Pagourgis, ‘Jailbird Diner’ is a short animated thriller that explores a calculated act of retribution. Voiced by Alexia Stetzel (Tanya) and Larry Crandus (Richie), the narrative centres around a sassy waitress who manipulates an ex-convict who has just been released from a nearby penitentiary. The animation is artfully crafted – enhanced by its riveting plot which is certain to keep viewers on tenterhooks.

The 7-minute film opens with a tense exchange between the disgruntled diner (Richie) and the piercing waitress (Tanya). The audience will be startled by the psychopathic tendencies of Tanya – as her true vengeful intensions are quickly revealed. Without spoiling the concluding storyline, the narrative takes a sinister turn at the midway point, where reprisal and conflict grow turbulent – leading to a cataclysmic finish.

Under John Borges brilliant direction and animation, ‘Jailbird Diner’ is well-executed with impressive artistry throughout. The color pallet used is intensely dramatic, setting the fiery tone perfectly. Stetzel and Crandus (vocal talent) deliver gritty fool-proof dialogue that compliment the enthralling genre. Music and post-production are equally commendable. ‘Jailbird Diner’ takes an extreme look at revenge, with its edgy atmosphere, stellar craftmanship and compelling narrative. Highly recommended.

Brief Synopsis

Somewhere in America, revenge is served all night long: When a murderer and a waitress are trapped by a thunderstorm, the line blurs between predator and prey.
Jailbird Diner

Credits

Director(s): John Borges
Writer(s): John Borges, Matt Pagourgis
Cast: Alexia Stetzel, Larry Crandus
Producer(s): Matt Pagourgis
Director of Photography: John Borges
Animation:

Specifications

Country:
Language:
Year:
Runtime: 8 min

IMDb Page

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