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    LIVING REALITY

    Directed by Philip Thompson
    USA | 16 minutes | Unbound Visions

ShortFest 2024

A tonal shift occurs inside the world of an American sitcom resulting in the disruption of the show’s rhythm. As it evolves, a looming presence of banality casts a shadow on the show’s bright lights and bubbly personalities.

film details

Director: Philip Thompson
Producers: Desirée Tolchin, Philip Thompson, Aidan Cronin
Screenwriter: Philip Thompson
Cinematographers: Aidan Cronin
Editor: Michael Friedman, Aidan Cronin, Philip Thompson
Music: Adam Kromelow, Dan Rufolo, Edward Crowley
Cast: Philip Thompson, Sam Wallington, Simon Rabatin, Ruby Harvey, Spencer Evett. Mitchel Csermak, Isaac Bale, Alonda Bishop, Hrannar Bjornsson, Marissa Dimitrion, Scott Hanson, Ezgi Irmakkesen, Erin Lockett, Patrick Maruffi, Ann Nelson, Julia Pasko, Laura Schaffner, Desirée Tolchin, Michael Valladares
Country: USA
Language: in English
Year: 2024
Running Time: 16 minutes
Contact Email: philipthompsonfilm@gmail.com
Website: philipthompsonfilm.com/work/livingreality

Screening in:

Unbound Visions

From surreal landscapes to abstract narratives and emotional excavations, experience the boundless creativity of filmmakers pushing the limits of storytelling and perception.

Other Films Included:

  • APT MGR
  • THE INESCAPABLE DESIRE OF ROOTS
  • LIVE FROM THE CLOUDS
  • LIVING REALITY
  • NOTHING BUT SHADOWS
  • THE OCEAN IS CLOSED ON MONDAYS
  • TEEN GIRL FANTASY

ShortFest 2024