The term “altered state” refers specifically to dreamlike, hallucinatory, or surreal states of mind of which many experimental narrative films are based. In this program, filmmakers subvert and expand on what could be considered typical story arcs involving comedy, drama, and suspense, but crafting them in their own wild and otherworldly style. These films include stunning examples of art direction and costume design, encouraging viewers to tackle relatable issues under a new light.
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Total Run Time: 88 minutes
This program will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
Programmed by Guest Festival Shorts Programmer, Emily Eddy.
Content Considerations: Strong language, harassment, implied violence.
Upon arrival at a secluded modernist concept home known as The Altman House, compliance questions reality when a guest is indoctrinated by a series of tediously obscure house rules, which begin to dictate not just their stay but also their subconscious.
- Year2020
- Runtime16 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorMax Sherwood
- ScreenwriterMax Sherwood
- ProducerKeith Marlin
- CastPatriac Coakley, Hollis Witherspoon, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson (Voiceover)
- EditorDavid Lockwood Andrews
- ComposerNoel Heroux
- Sound DesignNicole A. Watlington
The term “altered state” refers specifically to dreamlike, hallucinatory, or surreal states of mind of which many experimental narrative films are based. In this program, filmmakers subvert and expand on what could be considered typical story arcs involving comedy, drama, and suspense, but crafting them in their own wild and otherworldly style. These films include stunning examples of art direction and costume design, encouraging viewers to tackle relatable issues under a new light.
Have an All Access Pass? Unlock your on-demand screening of this film here!
Total Run Time: 88 minutes
This program will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers.
Programmed by Guest Festival Shorts Programmer, Emily Eddy.
Content Considerations: Strong language, harassment, implied violence.
Upon arrival at a secluded modernist concept home known as The Altman House, compliance questions reality when a guest is indoctrinated by a series of tediously obscure house rules, which begin to dictate not just their stay but also their subconscious.
- Year2020
- Runtime16 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorMax Sherwood
- ScreenwriterMax Sherwood
- ProducerKeith Marlin
- CastPatriac Coakley, Hollis Witherspoon, Ólafur Darri Ólafsson (Voiceover)
- EditorDavid Lockwood Andrews
- ComposerNoel Heroux
- Sound DesignNicole A. Watlington