| Cinema 16: American Short Films | |
| Director: | Various |
| Producer: | Luke Morris Ben Lederman (co-producer) |
| Distributor: | Momac Films/ Warp Films |
| Runtime: | 209 minutes |
| Country: | United States |
| Language: | English |
American Short Films is a DVD featuring American short films from directors such as Tim Burton, Alexander Payne, Maya Deren and George Lucas, as well as less well known names. It is the fourth in a series of DVDs released by Cinema16.[1]
The short films included are The Lunch Date, Five Feet High and Rising, Freiheit, Daybreak Express, Vincent, Terminal Bar,, Necrology, The Discipline of D. E., The Wraith of Cobble Hill, George Lucas in Love, Meshes of the Afternoon, Carmen, Feelings, Paperboys, and Screen Test: Helmut.[2]
A Pixel Surgeon review says, "this an important collection, and an essential must-have item for any film lover. You really have no right to call yourself a cineaste if this DVD isn't gracing your shelves."[3]
An Eye for Film review says, "The standard of work is very high and this collection is a must for film buffs everywhere."[4]
A Digitally Obsessed review says, "A necessarily varied lot, and a good overview of American filmmaking on a small scale. The commentary tracks are particularly astute, as well."[5]