2011 Short Films: Science Fiction Block 1 — The Future

Cockpit: The Rule Of Engagement

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Written/Directed by Jesse Griffith; Produced by Charles Danek

In the year 2103, mankind is at war with the Tarceds, an alien race that can control minds. Our brave men and women of the U.E.S. Navy hold the enemy at the outer edge of the galaxy. But when a pilot returns mysteriously from a bombing run without his wingman, suspicions arise. The Captain of a Star Carrier must decide whether to let him land and risk exposing his carrier to alien control, or succumb to the will of the cold Government Agent and let him die in space; insuring that the rule of engagement is followed.

12 min

Earthship

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Written/Directed/Produced by David Wilson

The Whitmore family escaped the collapse of civilization 20 years ago by moving into the middle of nowhere to live in a fully sustainable house they call Earthship. Now an adult, the youngest son wants to see what has become of the world, but the world is coming to them.

18 min

Passengers of 7D

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Written/Directed/Produced by Sharifa Williams

A divorced man retreats from the city when he phases in to his quiet apartment on Osiris Level, Unit 7D. One night he discovers a ghostly woman in his home – only to her, it is he who has appeared in her home.

Johcef and Phee live in a Phased Housing Project where tenants are separated by dimensional Levels. As the Levels fluctuate, Johcef is surrounded by more unwanted guests. The closest thing he has to a friend is Phee, a woman he offended the moment they met.

29 min