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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.


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.

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    14 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Director
    Maya Albanese
  • Screenwriter
    Maya Albanese
  • Producer
    Valerie Steinberg, Brock Williams, Maya Albanese
  • Executive Producer
    Elaine Thomas, Rebecca Straney, Mowglie
  • Co-Producer
    Jake Agger
  • Cast
    Nora Zehetner, Chris Parnell, Kel Mitchell, Mindy Sterling, Rick Overton, John Ennis, Jazzmun, Adrien Grenier
  • Cinematographer
    Laura Merians
  • Editor
    Julie Kravitzgannon, Sari Tracht, Brock Williams
  • Production Design
    Eloise Ayala
  • Sound Design
    Adam Primack
  • Music
    Ariel Marx