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| "Any
short film compilation I view after watching Jason Santo's BENT series will
pale in comparison. So much so that it's almost impossible, and unfair,
to compare anything else to Jason Santo's micro-budget masterpieces. Those
shorts are exceptionally well-told with time put into their production value.
It's what makes them worth buying..." by Allen Richards - b-independent.com, May 2003 Bent: Trilogy (DVD 3-Pack) - Reviews "Santo is an intelligent filmmaker whose works never fail to be compelling." From Fishcomcollective, March 2005 read review "...Bent provides a complete range of moods and ideas that serve to showcase a truly fine talent just waiting to be discovered." From Reel Criticism, August 2004 read review "That Bent continually invites comparison to Big-Budget filmmaking is a testament to the quality of work achieved on this DVD set." From DVD Verdict, July 13, 2004 read review He is certainly putting in an impressive effort. From Film Monthly, July 12, 2004 read review Bent: Volume One - Reviews " Overall, this DVD series is one of the highest-quality and most professional packages we have seen come out of the independent genres this decade." From Screaming Stoner Video, April 17, 2004 read review "Bent: Volume One is an ambitious, professional product that is an effective and satisfying entry into the mircocinema landscape." From MicrocinemaScene: By Pete Bauer, March 22, 2004 read review "...all three movies in this series are diferent syles and all are beautifully sculpted to perfection." From Unspeakable Magazine, February 22, 2004 read review "Everything from the cover/artwork design and the DVD authoring, to the performances and production values of the finished films, says quality." From RumourMachine.com, February 13, 2004 read review "Bent: Volume One as a whole is a great film anthology." From Next Tuesday Magazine: by Tim Shrum, January 27, 2004 read review "...the twin dvds are well done and entertaining. Mindscape Pictures is certainly developing a pool of talent..." From The Hacker's Source: by Vince Churchill, Issue 14 2003 read review "Overall, Jason Santo is very talented as both a writer and director." From Pulpmovies.com: by Paul Prichard, June 2003 read review "Santo's probably not technically a savant, but he's a damned fine filmmaker by any standard." From Cold Fusion Video: by Nathan Shumate, June 2003 read review "Jason has put together his finest collection of shorts... So I'm telling you straight, dear readers, get BENT." From b-independent.com: by Allen Richards, April 2003 read review "MINDSCAPE PICTURES is not new to the Boston film scene, or to filmmaking in general, and they have some solid successes under their belts. Bent: Volume One is a solid step forward in their evolution towards being a local powerhouse, and it is more than worth a viewing." From New England Entertainment News Digest: by Seth Bloom, March 2003 read review "Considering Santo's almost anti-exploitation approach to movies, the metaphysical powers of comparing water to the destiny and unpredictable world of man is a nice stroke…" From Cultcuts Magazine and Webzine; by Mark Engle, February 2003 read review "...the shorts are highly polished, skillfully edited, and effectively scored. Likewise, the DVD is a slick package with beautifully animated menus and quality special features..." From Flipside Movie Emporium: by Michael B. Scrutchin, February 2003 read review Bent: Volume One - Feedback Have you seen a MINDSCAPE PICTURES movie that you enjoyed? If you have, do as these viewers did and send us over an email with your thoughts. read feedback Send feedback to jsanto@mindscapepictures.com Bent: Volume Two - Reviews "The films all show a level of professionalism that I found simply astonishing for such low-budget pictures" From Monsters At Play, July 2004 read review "Another great DVD from Mindscape Pictures! Also worth buying - get this!" From Screaming Stoner Video, April 19, 2004 read review "...The Dinner is a directorial cinematic feast." From MicrocinemaScene: By Pete Bauer, April 1, 2004 read review "The film is clever enough to draw out the tension and play with your expectations taking you in another direction entirely..." From RumourMachine.com, February 13, 2004 read review "Bent, Volume 2 is still head and shoulders above almost all micro-budget cinema..." From Cold Fusion Video: by Nathan Shumate, February 11, 2004 read review "Well acted and very original, In a Sky With No Angels really is a must see film." From Pulpmovies.com, January 5, 2004 read review "...BENT was an enjoyable experience, always making me think, and sometimes making me feel much more than I expected." From The Hacker's Source: by Vince Churchill, Issue 14 2003 read review "The end result is an inspired cinematic treat that provides a refreshingly entertaining experience for the viewer. SOV movie fans and anyone into character-driven dramas absolutely should check this one out." From Cultcuts Magazine: by Craig Hamann, April 2003 read review "For years he's been in Boston making a name for himself with his short films, a few of which have even been up for awards. One can argue that a single nomination is just luck and that every filmmaker has at least one good movie in them, but anything more than that is skill, pure and simple." From b-independent.com: by Allen Richards, April 2003 read review "Santo leaves the events open for interpretation so the audience can take something with them when the movie ends. For me that's the hallmark of a worthwhile production - the need to discuss and rationalize. Entertainment is easily forgotten but that thing called art sticks around for ages." In a Sky With No Angels Review from b-independent.com; by Allen Richards, January 2003 read review "…a brilliant and thrilling ride involving more unique plot twists than Memento ever had." Praise for In a Sky With No Angels From Next Tuesday Magazine Best of 2002 List; by Tim Shrum, January2003 read review Bent: Volume Three - Reviews "An awesome undertaking and should not be missed!... BENT is breathtaking. Believe us." From Screaming Stoner Video, April 19, 2004 read review "Another solid effort from a talented group of passionate filmmakers." From MicrocinemaScene: By Pete Bauer, April 14, 2004 read review "Bent: Volume Three is undoubtedly the strongest entry in the Bent series and well worth getting hold of." From Pulpmovies.com, February 24, 2004 read review "They are doing something fairly unique in today's Indy filmmaking arena, crossing genres and doing it with a professional approach and an eye for quality." From RumourMachine.com, February 13, 2004 read review Mindscape Pictures Presents #1 - Reviews "The acting on all three segments was top notch and the direction of the talents from all involved paves the way for a great DVD." From Unspeakable Magazine, February 21, 2004 read review Praise for Jason Santo Over the years, MINDSCAPE PICTURES President Jason Santo has received a great deal of acclaim for his work on no-budget, short movies. Listed below are comments from peers and critics, as well as some words from talent with whom he has worked. read praise << back to top |
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Interviews & Press Coverage |
| "A Cup of
Coffee with Mindscape's Jason Santo (Actually, It Turned Into Several)"
Interview with Jason Santo From New England Entertainment Digest; by Wiliam Gynan, July, 2004 read interview Interview: Jason Santo From Cinema Eye; by Christopher Sharpe, July 15, 2004 read interview "Everyone Has a Crush on Tina" Interview with Tina Krause From New England Entertainment Digest; by Wiliam Gynan, June 2004 read interview "Each of his short movies has as slick a look as anything out of Hollywood, yet each tells a solid story, complete with characters who, while you may not like them in every story, feel full-blooded and three dimensional." Interview with Jason Santo From Film Threat / August 4, 2004 read interview Interview with writer/director Jason Santo of Mindscape Pictures (2004) From Screaming Stoner Video / April 22, 2004 read interview Interview with Jason Santo - Reprinted from Next Tuesday Issue 3 Interviewed by: Tim Shrum / January 16, 2004 read interview Filmmaker Finds His 'Bent' on Movies From the Medford Transcript: by Robert Woo / Correspondent, April 9, 2003 read article Project Mindscape From The Stoneham Independent: by Robin Sandberg, February, 2003 read article Boston Company Aspires to Be Masters of a New "Mindscape" in No-Budget Indie Filmmaking From New England Entertainment Digest; by Angel Connell, February, 2003 read interview Boston-Based Filmmaker Jason Santo Shares His Experiences With His Passion From About.com's Desktop Video With Brain Henderson, November 22, 20 read interview Excerpt: 20 Questions Interview With Jason Santo From the book 20 Questions: The Interview Series, by Pete Bauer Copyright 2002 read interview Local Filmmakers Polish Their Craft From The Boston Globe, By Lisa Kocian, Globe Staff Correspondent, June 10, 2001 read article << back to top |
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