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.
When Joy’s fairytale romance crashes and burns on the eve of her 35th birthday, the TICK-TOCK of her biological clock gets so loud, it pushes her into a series of romantic misadventures and provokes wild hallucinations. Pressures stack up against her, and everybody seems to have an opinion about what she should do with her dwindling egg count. Joy ends up battling her way into Dream Life Lab & Clinic, where an angry mob tries to get inside to see a renowned egg freezing doctor who offers thirty-something women peace of mind in exchange for their life savings.
- Year2020
- Runtime14 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorMaya Albanese
- ScreenwriterMaya Albanese
- ProducerValerie Steinberg, Brock Williams, Maya Albanese
- Executive ProducerElaine Thomas, Rebecca Straney, Mowglie
- Co-ProducerJake Agger
- CastNora Zehetner, Chris Parnell, Kel Mitchell, Mindy Sterling, Rick Overton, John Ennis, Jazzmun, Adrien Grenier
- CinematographerLaura Merians
- EditorJulie Kravitzgannon, Sari Tracht, Brock Williams
- Production DesignEloise Ayala
- Sound DesignAdam Primack
- MusicAriel Marx
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.
When Joy’s fairytale romance crashes and burns on the eve of her 35th birthday, the TICK-TOCK of her biological clock gets so loud, it pushes her into a series of romantic misadventures and provokes wild hallucinations. Pressures stack up against her, and everybody seems to have an opinion about what she should do with her dwindling egg count. Joy ends up battling her way into Dream Life Lab & Clinic, where an angry mob tries to get inside to see a renowned egg freezing doctor who offers thirty-something women peace of mind in exchange for their life savings.
- Year2020
- Runtime14 minutes
- LanguageEnglish
- CountryUnited States
- DirectorMaya Albanese
- ScreenwriterMaya Albanese
- ProducerValerie Steinberg, Brock Williams, Maya Albanese
- Executive ProducerElaine Thomas, Rebecca Straney, Mowglie
- Co-ProducerJake Agger
- CastNora Zehetner, Chris Parnell, Kel Mitchell, Mindy Sterling, Rick Overton, John Ennis, Jazzmun, Adrien Grenier
- CinematographerLaura Merians
- EditorJulie Kravitzgannon, Sari Tracht, Brock Williams
- Production DesignEloise Ayala
- Sound DesignAdam Primack
- MusicAriel Marx