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The purpose of the blog is to analyze and comment on the various aspects of Films, Music, and Sports. Project Mayhem is the name of an organization in the film "Fight Club." The organization is formed to rid the world of cultural norms, or what is expected and wanted of a person to fit into a community. Through this blog, I hope that the analysis of these media produce a similar effect: ridding public opinions of stereotypes or predetermined conclusions regarding these media without proper evidence. So, please, add input, correct mistakes, give your ratings/opinions, and open your mind...

Friday, January 21, 2011

Ataque de Pánico! (Panic Attack!) Short Film

Released in 2009 by independent filmmaker Fede Álvarez from Uruguay, Ataque de Pánico! is a science fiction short about an alien robot invasion of a city. The critical response of the short was incredible considering it is only 4:48 in length and was filmed on a $300 budget. With help from Kanye West's blog and widespread media coverage, Álvarez immediately received numerous offers from Hollywood studios including a $30 million offer to direct a full length film. Below is the short film itself:


Next time you have an extra $300 and incredible computer-generated imagary talents, you'll know how to use it...
-Jarid Holliday

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