MARTYN | Award-Winning Short Film

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Embroiled in an existential crisis, Martyn finds the solution to all his regret and misery in a magical drug called the Elixir. Seeking fulfillment and a new identity, he uses the Elixir's power to influence a group of vulnerable people.
Original short film produced by Experience Machine Productions.
LEAD CAST
Martyn: Sebastian Kowollik
Dr.Virgil: Robin Frigeri
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Director: Richard La
Writer: Hasaan Bhatti & Richard La
Producer: Brooklyn Harker
Casting & Assistant Director: Kieran Barbaza
Director of Photography: Nic Keung
Technical Lead: Austin Tang
Gaffer & Key Grip: Thomas Genga
Sound Designers & Composers: Thomas Rapaport, Sebastian Diaz
Art Director: Rachael McCormick
Make-Up Artist: Gabrielle Jovellanos

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@tjmmcd1 2 ай бұрын

Great acting and outstanding music editing. Martyn used the elixir as a means of vampiring others' energy, eventually becoming addicted to being worshipped, whereas the only power he truly possessed came from the magical, feel-good potion. Note that we were never shown how anyone's life actually improved in real world reality. They merely became addicted to 'the potion' that made them feel better.

@abdulla_mathew 4 ай бұрын

This film gives us an important message about our own powers to overcome problems in life without drugs as long as our brain is not damaged.

@danielhanawalt4998 Жыл бұрын

Everyone has the ability to rise above a crisis without the use of any drug. Trouble is most can't find it. The elixir in this film may have been nothing more than colored water. Martyn couldn't find his power within himself. He WANTED to believe. The guy killed him didn't realize what Martyn was trying to show him. That he no longer needed the elixir. That his power was withing him. Perhaps this was what the man called Jesus tried to show humanity. Well done film. Very interesting and thought provoking about how insignificant we often feel and how we can learn about our power when we believe in something.

@lynnw3957 7 ай бұрын

You should say spoilers in front of your review if you are giving away plot points!!!

@danielhanawalt4998 7 ай бұрын

I see your point, but only if you read comments before watching. Even then, someone might read my comment and be intrigued by it and want to see what I was talking about. I'll try to remember though to type spoiler alert first. I didn't think I was doing that.@@lynnw3957

@kellimoorer9032 6 ай бұрын

Some people are born with the worst luck like me 😢

@danielhanawalt4998 6 ай бұрын

It seems that way for me as well sometimes. I have to remind myself though it's not what I don't have that makes me unlucky. It's what I do have that makes me lucky. I've failed many more times than I've succeeded. I don't think about those, but about the times I did succeed. The times I failed was the result of my poor decisions. God bless you and help you. I wish happiness for you always.@@kellimoorer9032

@hollyperrin7353 5 ай бұрын

Jesus was the Son of man and the Son of God. He appears in The Old Testament before he ever came as the Messiah. Jesus didn’t use trickery or drugs, he performed miracles, which is how we know that He is our Savior. I know that it’s popular to call Jesus a sage, but Jesus is our only hope of salvation. Believe me, I was lead astray. I really was. I taught Yoga and practiced Satsang for a great many years and I’ve never done drugs. It’s rare that someone goes from that set of beliefs and turns her heart over to Jesus. Read the Bible. It’s all there.

@mnelson1960 3 ай бұрын

This was great!

@nathanielball365 Жыл бұрын

I loved this film!! Extremely well done and it really does make one reflect within and ponder what faith can truly do for each one of us. Are you putting your faith in materials of this world? Or in yourself? Or perhaps a higher power? This film has several meanings all from different perceptions depending on how you look at it and the message you yourself received from this film. Very very thought provoking I loved it! Please make more films!! Very talented actors and the people behind creating this Gem!❤

@hlthsvcmngr70 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic!!!!

@michaelbidegain1455 11 ай бұрын

Outstanding brillant

@susasun333 27 күн бұрын

Great acting. Great message. Love it ☀️

@MsAdventure531 5 ай бұрын

“The Dude abides, Man…”

@gagaku666 Жыл бұрын

This deserves a lot more views.

@RankinMsP Жыл бұрын

Fantastic work, a real 'draw your own conclusions'. The symbolisms, caricatures, etc - excellent work. Should have been called Donald 😭😂

@barbarapearce9738 8 ай бұрын

Excellent filming and acting. Very disturbing too.

@markzucker3949 Ай бұрын

Instantly thought of Martin Lawrence show

@tommybutler2454 4 ай бұрын

Nice watch

@ledlight6630 Жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙋‍♀️

@pawglikesmovies178 Жыл бұрын

HEAT

@andrewhancock2451 9 ай бұрын

Not sure if this was the intended message, but it seems to way that faith isn't a magic bullet for the things wrong in your life.

@hollyperrin7353 5 ай бұрын

I felt that it was more about the ego. I have sympathy for Martyn because the day-to-day of feeling unimportant is relatable for so many people. But, having a special gift or a gold watch… convincing oneself that we are helping others; all the while, feeding the ego and not the humble soul.

@kimtran6200 Жыл бұрын

Very good cordgrass’s

@shelleypenn7577 6 ай бұрын

👏👏🍿

@juliebarr1170 2 ай бұрын

Martyn is Martyr is Jesus

@TheWanderingFinnegan Ай бұрын

Putting a crucifix on and holding a christian service for someone who didn't believe in their fairytale seems disrespectful and selfish.

@shabdizfilmproduction2821 10 ай бұрын

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