Songbird is a dystopian thriller set in near-future Los Angeles under martial law, which cranks up dramatic tension once gun-toting marshals arrive outside Sara's apartment.Īpa is a likeable and sympathetic hero, showcasing an impressively ripped physique to give him a fighting chance against competing dark forces in a fallen metropolis where "disobedience is spreading like a tornado". His daredevil actions ensnare him in the tangled webs of sadistic Department of Sanitation boss Harland (Peter Stormare) and wealthy couple William and Piper Griffin (Bradley Whitford, Demi Moore). When a daily temperature check puts Sara in jeopardy, Nico races against the clock to engineer their escape. Nico dreams of running away to the coast with girlfriend Sara (Sofia Carson), who he has never been able to touch.
Citizens are ordered to stay indoors permanently.Ī morning temperature check on mobile devices identifies anyone with a fever, who is dragged unceremoniously from their home by Hazmat-suited agents.įormer paralegal Nico (KJ Apa) is immune to the virus and is allowed outside during daylight hours to work as a bicycle courier for company boss Lester (Craig Robinson). IN 2024, the deadliest strain of Covid has accounted for more than 110 million deaths worldwide. Starring: KJ Apa, Sofia Carson, Peter Stormare, Bradley Whitford, Demi Moore, Craig Robinson, Paul Walter Hauser.
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Janet Devlin has a natural screen presence and acting ability that show she has just as much talent in front of a camera.SONGBIRD (Cert 15, 85 mins, STX International, Thriller/Sci-Fi/Romance/Action, available now on Amazon Prime Video, available from April 19 on BT TV Store/iTunes/Sky Store/TalkTalk TV Store and other download and streaming services) " Black easily conjures up an ambience that is reminiscent of those eighties fantasy staples Legend and Labyrinth. an aesthetically beautiful fantasy, definitely worth a watch." "Refreshingly sensitive. Janet Devlin has a very charismatic screen presence. There is an endearing innocence about it that draws in and compels the audience. The film's pastel colour palette suits it perfectly and the design of the piece is flawless. "Songbird presents itself with beautiful visuals and strong performances.
Janet is absolutely mesmerising in this beautiful modern fairy-tale." Even though she couldn't speak, we could feel her inner voice throughout. "Janet Devlin's performance as shy singer Jennifer is such a delight! She speaks through her soul. "We are happy to go wherever Jennifer takes us. Songbird is an enjoyable fairytale with an engaging central performance from Devlin, who creates genuine humanity within a world of fantasy." With a selection of thematic and emotional beats, Songbird therefore takes flight with a magical trip from the mic stand to wonderland." "Alludes to well-known fairy-tale myth, from Sleeping Beauty to the imagery of Little Red Riding Hood. Therese Collins is excellent as a classic villain. Songbird is a tremendous short that shows the importance of voices. Sophie Black demonstrates a skill for the craft of filmmaking and has created an artistic short with a raft of narrative to keep an audience captivated.
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