Spin (2005)

"Spin" is an 8-minute movie written and directed by Jamin Winans 10 years ago. The protagonist here is a dis jockey, who has the most extraordinary set of turntables. Not only is he able to turn back time with these, that's why the name "turntables", but he can also change the directions and speed with which people and objects are moving. Now, it's a pretty nice idea and okay execution, but still I felt something was missing to make this a truly entertaining watch. Maybe Winans thought the same and that is why he focused on the people in the second half of the film and the DJ really did not have that much screen time anymore. Looking at the film's high rating here, I must say this was a disappointing watch. I only recommend this to disc jockey or people with an interest in hip-hop or street culture. Everybody else is not missing much. Not too surprised Winans is not enjoying a really successful career as I can see a decent creative idea here, but not much talent in terms of execution. Thumbs down.

A mysterious man walks up to a public square and sees that a tragic accident has occurred. He gets out some turn tables, and with expert hands reverses the motion until he can see what happened, then proceeds to direct the action a different way with use of his sound-mixing skills. But in butterfly-effect ways, the results aren't always what he intended, and he has to mix and remix until he is satisfied with how everything works out.This movie is pretty good, mostly due to its choreography. Several people are made to move in very specific and repetitive ways, with variations to create different outcomes. As a work of directing, this work really shines, and the story is really humorous.I kind of like it because the spinner is a unique type of guardian angel... one who cares, but isn't omnipotent, and who eventually starts to get frustrated as he figures out how difficult it is to really work out all of these various causes-and-effects.--PolarisDiB

I saw this excellent short film at the Newport Beach Film Festival last spring. It concerns a DJ who has the ability to control time, but every time he makes an adjustment to prevent a tragedy, some bigger catastrophe occurs. The guy who plays the DJ is super-cool and has some great one-takes. The audience really got into it. Although there is no dialog, it has some great sound design. Unlike other short films, this one is actually SHORT and does not wear out its welcome. The acting, production values, special effects, and editing are all first rate -- and it's very, very funny. Highly recommended. (It is available on the web, but much better experienced in a theater.

Recap: An unknown DJ sees the consequences after a recent accident. But just as with his records, this DJ has the power to rewind, and change what has happened. He sees that a dropped ball is the cause of the accident, and alters its path. So, the accident never happens. Mission accomplished. He packs his gear, turns to leave, but what happened to the ball...?Comments: A great short with nice humor about cause and effect in life. A really good story, a nice concept and in my opinion really well done. An inspiration.9/10