This summer, evil will emerge – from MURKY WATERS.

It’s boxing week as Crandall and Mercy review a pair of ringside knockouts. We start with Michael Mercy’s short comedy “The Whipping” starring Kitchener’s own Fitz “The Whip” Vanderpool…cause it’s better.

Original comedy short written, directed and edited by Michael Mercy, “Marvin” theme by Marius Masalar. Crandall does a short Q+A with Mercy about the making of this short.

The first of the original shorts from Armchair Directors.
Michael Mercy’s THE REF! (a 7 part series.)

A highly unlikely soccer referee.

The world’s most collaborative soccer referee.

The Ref tries to get to the bottom of sports-related aggression.

Be sure to check out parts 4, 5, 6 & 7!

Cast:
The Ref: Ray E.J. Porrill
The Jamaican: Cole Taylor
The Serb: Rob Oakman
Writer/Director/Editor/Camera: Michael Mercy
Production Assistants: Aleriel Lear, Ashley Nunn

What did you think of THE REF? Let us know!

The first of the original shorts from Armchair Directors.
Michael Mercy’s THE REF! (a 7 part series.)

The Ref makes a deal.

The Ref gets made an offer he can’t refuse.

Be sure to check out parts 6 & 7!

Cast:
The Ref: Ray E.J. Porrill
The Jamaican: Cole Taylor
The Serb: Rob Oakman
Writer/Director/Editor/Camera: Michael Mercy
Production Assistants: Aleriel Lear, Ashley Nunn

What did you think of THE REF? Let us know!

The first of the original shorts from Armchair Directors.
Michael Mercy’s THE REF! (a 7 part series.)

The Ref gets carded.

The Ref takes a stand.

Cast:
The Ref: Ray E.J. Porrill
The Jamaican: Cole Taylor
The Serb: Rob Oakman
Writer/Director/Editor/Camera: Michael Mercy
Production Assistants: Aleriel Lear, Ashley Nunn

What did you think of THE REF? Let us know!

Since we at Armchair Directors are not only reviewers but also filmmakers, we thought it would be fun to make some short films to post on here from time to time. In the coming weeks keep an eye out for lots of new content!