Read what some of the critics are saying about Siren.
LA SHORTS Fest Review -Of the four black and white films, Siren stood out for its tongue in cheek handling of film noir, including the ominous off-screen narration, Dutch angles, and genre acting.
Thumbs UP! Writer/Director Andrew Mandapat has mastered Noir's witty dialogue, punchy editing, and crafty angles as "Siren" is a success in all these elements-especially considering the limitations that come with low-budget filmmaking.
I’m impressed by Mandapat’s ability to create such an impressive film noir homage with a running time of less than twenty minutes.
3 out of 4 Stars - Andrew Mandapat's short film noir, "Siren," is an entertaining throw back jab in the eye.
With a disillusioned protagonist, claustrophobic close-ups, skewed camera angles, and cynical dialogue like "It's a nice enough place... if you don't mind the smell of cheap perfume and expensive smoke" Siren is a great mini-noir that hits all the right notes.
6.5 out of 10 Stars - Siren successfully maintains the momentum of a suspenseful story that unravels right up until the end.
Best Short (Capital City Black Film Festival).