NYC FESTIVAL REview:

“…The film gently critiques a culture that often equates worth with output, suggesting instead that belonging is what sustains us. The practical effects deserve special mention not because they call attention to themselves, but because they don’t. Larry exists seamlessly within the frame, never breaking the spell. That restraint reflects the film’s overall philosophy: Craftsmanship in service of story, not the other way around…”

CICLOS SHORTS FEST

https://shortsfest.wixsite.com/ciclos-shorts-fest/blog

FLIGHT deck

Company

★★★★★

Critical Analysis

Watching “Company” feels like being gently
reminded of something we all know but rarely
slow down enough to admit: loneliness isn’t
always loud, and belonging doesn’t always
arrive in the shape we expect. The film
presents itself as a warm-hearted comedy,
and it absolutely earns that description, but
what surprised me most is how quietly
profound it becomes once you let it sit with
you. Beneath the humor, the charm, and the
sheer delight of its practical craftsmanship,
Company is deeply concerned with identity,
migration, emotional survival, and the way
the human mind adapts when connection feels out of reach.

madison eagle newspaper post january 9th, 2026

Madison-based studio earns festival awards for movie “Company”

“…Mortenveld Productions, a Rose City-based volunteer film studio, has won some awards on the festival circuit for its upcoming movie “Company.”

…The film has already been named a Finalist at the East Village New York Monthly Film Festival, where lead actress Georgette Castro of Elizabeth received the award for Best Actress. “Company” also received a Gold Award for Best Short Film from the Florence Film Awards, along with an Honorable Mention from the Always Late TV Movie Awards…

…The trailer has surpassed 22,000 views on YouTube since its premiere on Sunday, Nov. 23…”

madison eagle newspaper post july 26th, 2025

Madison filmmakers turn pandemic connections into award-winning creative partnership:

“…In just one year, residents Brian Mortnesen and Enid Smith-Helck have produced more than 1000 videos and earned multiple film festival awards, including recognition for their surreal short film “My Roomate Dan…”

madison eagle newspaper post feb 16, 2025

Monthly short film maker meetings to begin Feb 24 at Madison Community Arts Center.

“…Local filmmakers are invited to talk their craft and showcase work in a new monthly “Show Us Your Shorts” events, to start 7pm on Monday, Feb 24 at the Madison Community Arts Center…

…This event will be held every fourth Monday of the month. Anyone with questions is asked to contact Mortenveldproductions@gmail.com…”