In 2009, an intriguing indie fantasy film called Ink came out. Sure, it was a low budget affair, perhaps some dodgy acting here and there, but it was a wonderful flick with powerful writing, about a convergence and conflict between denizens of the dream world and how their conflict encroaches upon ours. The visuals were compelling, the soundtrack was terrific (composed by writer and director Jamin Winans) and enough of the actors were strong enough to transport viewers into the otherworldly scenario being laid before them.
Well, Mr. Winans is keeping on with another mindbender, 2014's The Frame. Winan's craft has improved with this film, in that the cinematography has gotten more sophisticated in the way he stages and frames his shots and action. His actors have seemingly upped their game even more. Structurally, the story is, at first, seemingly smaller than Ink, as it primarily involves two people, one a professional thief looking to leave the trade and another a paramedic. What they both don't know is that they are watching each other on TV. The paramedic is in a reality TV show in the thief's world, while the thief is a character in a drama in the paramedic's "frame".
The real kicker happens when one day, the two notice they can talk to each other through their TVs. This begins the foundation of a love story and an exploration of art and reality. What is real? When does something become real?
And when characters get out of hand in their reality, is there anyone else to rein them in?
The Frame. Check it out.
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