Rising Star Alert: Sam Milletti

Meat
Filmed and Edited by Sam Milletti
Featuring performance artist, photographer and model Jacek Davis. 

Rising film maker Sam Milletti' has been honing in on his creative skills from a young age and this proves true in his latest work. Taking on a new experimental style and saying goodbye to traditional narrative, I'll be taking a look at his new teaser for MEAT and taking a trip down memory lane just to see how far Milletti has come.

There isnt a medium of film young Milletti hasnt explored. He's well known for his short films, fashion features and music videos. I asked him the inspiration behind his new style of work and question why he left the old narrative form, Milletti commented; "I've been creating short films with a strong narrative structure for the last few years. This type of work has helped me deal with personal issues in a cathartic way. The monologues that would feature in my films were personal and raw, a reflection of my current situation at the time of making each one. This system of working served me well as I was able to deal with my emotions through the medium of film". Examples of his traditional work can be found here.

Known for his strict and traditional narrative style, Milletti has taken on a new, surrealist form of work and his commitment to this change is certainly apparent within his latest piece. When asked what made Milletti take on such a different style, he commented; "when it came to making 'Meat' I wanted to depart from my usual frame of working, a style that I had become familiar with and known for. I wanted to push the boundaries of what I had done before and take bold new steps in a different direction. It was more on an emotional choice then a strategic one. I didn't sit down and say "I'm going to make something completely different this time". It wasnt as contrived as that". There is nothing contrived about Meat and the sense of freedom in Milletti's new style is clearly defined in this piece. 

Take a look at the teaser below...

The kaleidoscope effect connotes issues of identity and a fragmented mental state, perhaps this will continue within the rest of the film? I can only hope so. This exaggerated sense of reality suites Milletti's new style. The colours are vibrant and fun but juxtapose nicely with the slightly sinister music that accompanies this teaser. A teaser like this almost reminds me of a horror movie trailer, there's an intense feeling and a faintly disturbing vibe that actually makes it more appealing. It reminds me of the openings to the American Horror Story: Murder House Series. Whether this is the effect Milletti is looking for, who knows. It will be interesting how the style and subtext will develop when the full film is released. When asked about the purpose of a film like this for the audience, Milletti said; "Why my other films I think I demanded a lot from my audience. I wanted them to sit and concentrate, listening intently to ever world of m y carefully thought out monologue. With 'Meat' I'm saying it's ok so sit back and enjoy. You don't have to be constantly thinking about the meaning behind this. I want this film to work as an installation piece, something that conveys a mood".

Sam Milletti has definitely taken a leap of faith with the new movie, it's difficult to tell how his fans will react to such a surreal change in pace. Personally, I love it. It shows maturity and growth with his own work and identity. Looking forward to seeing the full movie.

If you want to know more about Sam and his work head to his Facebook Page , Twitter Page and Instagram.