Sci-fi short film about a girl with superpower | "Yardbird" - by Michael Spiccia

[@jimjustice581]

You are left wanting more, which imho is the essence of the short film. You’re left with gnawing questions: what about her father? Where is she going? What about the other bad guys? A truly exceptional short film. Thank you for sharing it.

[@justPaste.it_UrlaeGrida]

Io preferirei conclusioni.

[@KarlDenham]

So the ending is that the girl runs away?Otherwise this is a brilliant short film.

[@vitusyu658]

And the rest of the animals ?

[@deebreed1570]

She runs away and join the avengers because there’s more like her..

[@rabidcougar6465]

Finally a short that I can appreciate. Sweet justice......

[@piddy3825]

Beyond Fantastic! I could feel the raw emotion, the power and the compassion this heroine portrayed. Great piece of cinema, well done!

[@felipelotas5609]

Why is it always so pleasant to see how the BAD guy dies in a PAINFUL way? LOVED IT!!!

[@OveToranger]

Sad to see the other two useless shits running away

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

You should read my short story WEEBLES if you can find it. Thugs Target an older handicapped couple and a vampire steps in...

[@dirtyscoundrel2013]

@@AAJ.1 I think that technically it's enjoying inflicting pain

[@hermask815]

Often the bad guys get away with their nefarious actions.

[@buggles_mcgee]

It makes for a beautiful day! 😁

[@jamiepatterson1214]

Fantastic piece of work. Every one of those actors did an excellent job of bringing their characters to life.

[@garyperkovac1002]

A great Short film from Australia. Solid work by All involved. The Lead just Looks.., and That's enough. Down & Dirty & Real with a Hard Magic Twist.

[@Morristowner]

I would love to see a full movie version from her origin to where she starts a new life. Incredibly powerful short film. Loved this!!

[@pedromiguel3227]

Thank you! I absolutely loved this film. The acting from all five actors was on point. Just what was needed from each of them. I wish it was longer, but I guess that’s part of the magic.

[@carledwards9477]

Incredibly intense, and very human.

[@chriscooper654]

A "superhero" story done right. Short and powerful, convincing writing and acting.

[@Thurgosh_OG]

At this point she's an Anti-hero, having just killed a criminal.

[@edwardfletcher7790]

This is an exceptional Aussie short film. Loved it ! Filmed in 2012 but everything looks like the late 80's....

[@cinemartin3530]

Oh, this is truly amazing work. It is a pity that this is only a short film and not a full-fledged film, but even these 13 minutes allowed me to fully appreciate the essence of this story. The abilities of this girl are frightening and impressive at the same time. She could have been a very interesting character if she had been given more screen time. In addition, I want to note that the bad guys are also a success. Especially their chief suits my idea of a bad guy, that's the type of person that annoys me the most. I hope the creators will not stop there and will delight us with their work in the future.🤗

[@daniadejonghe4980]

Might become one.. it has happened before… really excellent proposal for a story.

[@paulwhite3237]

A great take on psychokinetics. The fact the girl is silent throughout adds immensely to the impact of the film. Superb!

[@lucar01inos16]

Yes, very good work. No problem calling it art. This looks like the fine beginning of a great series.

[@kristatos2010]

I only clicked on the link cause I like sci-fi stuff but OMG...this is absolutely amazing...I want an hour and a half full length of this...this is simple and exquisite... Eat your heart out Marvel/DC...

[@anthonyluisi7096]

Now this was one of the better SCI-Fi shorts I have seen … hauntingly exquisite

[@ige-individualgroupeffort-kenl]

This is some beautiful filmmaking, editing, acting, every part of it. The girl you got to be the main character has such a unique and engaging presence to her. Really awesome job. I hope you can take it further.

[@dennyoconnor8680]

On most of these shorts I'm bored at 2 minutes and gone. This was super. Well done, lads.

[@PeterSutherland-h3v]

Excellent acting and editing - complete integrated package . . . thanks.

[@MichaelBuieFilms]

Great film!

[@garyzimmerman62]

Everything came together, not just the actors but the crew and directing too! This is one of those rare vids here that has a beginning, middle and end and the entire crew were dedicated to just this film. It shows in the finished product! Bravo!!

[@KarlDenham]

So what was the ending?

[@KarlDenham]

This was incredibly well done. Looks amazing. The non-ending fell flat for me. How did you do the crumpling vehicle?

[@juliakathryn2582]

If movies were made this way again, then theaters would be full again. I don't waste my money on the trash they call "blockbusters" or "best movie of the year!" in this day of constant remakes. Great job!

[@uldisberzins2263]

The Masterpiece- I love it from very beginning to the end, song included! Thank you!

[@laurentdeleeuw8163]

Waouw !!! Waouw !!! This is just extreem high-level !!! I don't understand this only appears 10 years after creation .... I hope those guys still active !!

[@Touay.]

lovely ... beautiful colour, great performances.

[@orac1waterskiing]

I have Netflix....this is officially the most entertained I've been this year.

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[@MisterG2323]

The world better watch its Ps and Qs. Solid work, kudos!

[@edyak6280]

What a premise! Great performances, left me wanting a lot more. Come on Netflix, this is movie gold here…

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[@PhilipRhoadesP]

Love it! - really well done with a clever bit of misdirection at the beginning . . More please!

[@earldean4858]

Holly Crap! That was good. kinda slow at first until she began doing her thing! I would love to see a full movie of this kid or woman doing more good and paying back for those thatt cant protect themsleves! I loved it!

[@carlosidelone8064]

A film, fairy tale, which displays our unrealistic desire for a black and white world, where justice is summarily meted out. The acting and rustic sets were very good, as well as the photography and direction.

[@1bonetardigrade]

excellent. engaging and beautifully done. talent all round!

[@Hazardteam]

Hm. Interesting.The video implementation/execution is perfect. The actors too.

[@KwanLowe]

I wish Hollywood films were as beautiful and engaging as this.

[@sergiusomesan7120]

Beautiful film, beautiful idea, beautiful realization. Thank you!

[@ducedaniel]

this was just WOW! Bravo! and thank you!

[@russelljohnson6243]

This is the full package! The acting, direction, lighting, cinematography, and special effects were all superb! I got an entire story in maybe 12 minutes and was left wanting more! Bring us more!

[@winchharry]

In German I would say: "Klasse !!!"; also the closing music fits perfect to the whole story. 🙂

[@neilkirkpatrick6232]

Ok....you GOT me....do a whole movie PUUHHHLEEEAAAASE!!!!!!!

[@SZG65]

Bravo!! Encore!! Encore!!

[@TheTripleDubya]

Wow, I’m sure we all want more, well done.

[@suecoelho467]

Thank you for this beautiful piece of art!

[@davidalantrickett5326]

Loved this the young lady was fantastic ..so too was the lads ..well done ..😄

[@heethn]

That was great, more please!

[@felkerforcongress]

This would be a great series to watch! Well done.

[@williams3631]

That was bad azz. It's relatable, too.

[@bryce1916]

This would be an excellent move to see in a full length format , it has a great story line to build on .

[@rinkusjp]

Yea, its call Stranger Things. LOL

[@Jackofallthetrades]

11 years it took for this to be seen? Interesting. Great job either way!!!

[@yaa63]

LOVED IT...if only I had those superpowers 💪💪💪💪

[@matthewjudy1139]

Wow. That was awesome. Well done. Gripping.

[@MunirRahool]

Excellent, very Pro work and what a story flow...

[@StringerCourier]

I tell you, I've seen so much great stuff come out of Australia that it appears the creative core has shifted from Hollywood to Down Under.

[@DOCGENIUSWILSON]

WOW, amazing work actors did an excellent job...Peace

[@larryzuiker5721]

Definitely a series in the making. This young lady has the potential of being the next avenger.

[@CoastOfUtopia]

There already is a series. It's called Stranger Things )))

[@kurtdowney1489]

Loved it very well done!!

[@MobileFilmmaking]

Loved this. I'm working on a story based on powers as well and I love these more grounded approaches. The acting was on point and I loved the color grading. It made all the difference in the world. Made their world feel dark and hopeless. Kinda post apocalyptic

[@beeg56]

Wow! 𝐖𝐎𝐖!!! impressive job with this. The storytelling was first-rate and utterly believable, as were each of your actors, individually and collectively. What a truly striking small gem of a sci-fi short.

[@AdamosDad]

Great little flick, would make a great TV series.

[@brucethompson7214]

Brilliant! A flawless short. It finished leaving me wanting more!

[@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind]

amazing !! So well done ! thank you.

[@carlosidelone8064]

Excellent atmosphere created. The film is quite lyrical. The music/sound is well done. Excellent special effects. The bleeding nose was an excellent idea.

[@ChickensAndGardening]

Stephen King-esque and very well done. Classic super-power-causes-nose-bleeds phenomenon. That power would be awfully handy, by the way. I've frequently wanted to teach someone a lesson for parking in the wrong spot.

[@000aleph]

"Classic super-power-causes-nose-bleeds phenomenon." My thoughts exactly 😅

[@pianoman1379]

Reminds of Firestarter - Stephen King movie with the nose bleeds but this film and that one incredibly good

[@patrickdurham8393]

Though it had an ending, unlike most shorts, the plot left me wanting more! Great work ñ

[@boots3372]

That was fantastic. Thank you.

[@Ubertubermeister]

Nice production. ::: My alternate ending: She resurrects the German Shepherd and the GSD tears the punks arm off as she watches him bleed out in the junkyard. Credits roll. The End.

[@unokarpa4405]

как говорится: "доброта спасёт мир", а "добро должно быть с кулаками"..

[@kevinmcbride3577]

This would be the start of a really good SF series.

[@skip741x3]

Very well done! reminds me of the tv series impulse where there was a scene like this

[@marywemigwase3354]

❤ it ! More please

[@Barvinski]

I'm not a fan of mysticism, but here everything is shown very coolly, where there are evil people and good. I would put all the assholes who offend animals into one such car. The world would be a better place!

[@aaronkirby4632]

What if Eleven from Stranger Things grew up in a junkyard? I think this question has now been answered. Good short.

[@nicolaphenixborgonon5723]

I sure got the shivers 👏

[@petertyson4022]

Very good film. 👍🌞

[@screaminlordbyron7767]

This short is so high quality It feels like a feature length film. Bravo👏

[@danmarquez3971]

GREAT plot!! GREAT animation! I guess it's safe to say that the girl had a...er... crush on the bad guy!

[@patrick247two]

Thank you.

[@minV5326]

The girl's expressions are so cool

[@ajm7col]

one word, Excellent!!

[@carlsapartments8931]

very well done

[@toneenorman2135]

Much enjoyed! Thank you.

[@HookBeak_66]

Powerful stuff.

[@metzdupcounselor]

Powerful energy in every scene. Well done!

[@aytviewer2421]

Wow! Where is the next chapter? This was utterly splendid.

[@aytviewer2421]

Everything about this was spectacular. The script, actors, the filming, the ambient audio, the music selections. Hard to believe this was produced over a decade ago. Top notch!

[@KES33615]

Very rarely do I hear about any of the bully's being stand up citizens later in life. Of course, it's a small pool I am sampling, but this would work nicely, save our prison systems a lot of overcrowding. People don't change. Nice video, you're speaking to the desires of the public, even though it's not PC to support this type of action.

[@brmbkl]

Not a fan of punishing people for small stuff, but ppl that torture animals are the same that hurt people. Beyond redemption, mistakes of nature.

[@TerryAllenSwartos]

Outstanding.

[@396375a]

So much conveyed in such a short film!!! Well done!!! Acting superb as well!!!

[@HankHopeless]

This could be an excellent pilot for a series

[@THETWOEDGEDSWORD]

Good job 👍

[@walterkoziol3822]

Awesome!!! 'Nuff said.

[@samhaskins2506]

Excellent!

[@kurtjensen7264]

This was great. Needs to be a full length movie

[@evilborg]

Now this would make a awesome movie !!

[@maverickbc38]

Well done, loved it!!

[@stephenross2584]

This is one of the best SF shorts I've seen on KZbin. Simple and direct story that had me tight with tension - felt that I was there. Congratulations! And Thank You!

[@Vejur9000]

MORE! We must land a series!

[@ZebraActual]

Awesome! Well written, shot, edited, and acted!!

[@Ghostwalker71]

I would love to see this expanded into a full length film. The direction and scenes were superbly done. This is easily as good as the opening scenes from Firestarter(the original more than the remake) but then I am not a fan of remakes.

[@RobertCampsall]

Without superpowers, if I came across people doing that to a cat, they'd be going to the hospital or a deep dark pit, depending how much they resisted. Edited to add: Can't argue with her results, though.

[@williammatthews2948]

Very well done.

[@austinl.2703]

Well done ! Great video !