SPARKS! | Award-Winning Short Film | SCI-FI

SPARKS! | Award-Winning Short Film | SCI-FI | COMEDY

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4 жыл бұрын

A happy, code-typing worker android falls in love with his human female supervisor. Just one problem: every time he sees her, his heart literally explodes.
SPARKS!
Writer/Director/Editor: Robert Benjamin
Producers: Joshua Paul | Sean Gearing
Director of Photography: Sean Gearing
Production Designer: Molly Bailey
Hair and Make-Up: Ash Ortiz
Costume Designer: Brittany Young | Danielle Arpon
Composer: Zach Valdivia
With:
Aaron Busse
Katrina Schmidt
Javon Alvin
Joseph Miller
Chris Pecchenino
WINNER:
PLAYHOUSE WEST - GRAND JURY AWARD - BEST SHORT FILM 2018
QUEEN PALM FILM FESTIVAL - GOLD WINNER - BEST SHORT 2018
QUEEN PALM FILM FESTIVAL - SILVER WINNER - BEST COMPOSER 2018
LOS ANGELES MOVIE AWARDS - BEST NARRATIVE SHORT 2018
RAW SCIENCE FILM FESTIVAL - BEST SHORT FILM 2018
BLASTOFF INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - BEST SHORT FILM 2018
BLASTOFF INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL - BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY 2018
OFFICIAL SELECTIONS:
The Beverly Hills Film Festival 2019
LA Indie Film Festival 2019
Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival 2019
Hollywood Forever Film Festival 2019
Las Vegas Movie Awards 2019
KWC Film Fest 2019
307 Film Festival 2019
Ramsgate International Film Festival 2019
Royal Starr International Film Festival 2019
Adrien International Film Festival 2019

Пікірлер: 207

@10to1imjokin 2 жыл бұрын

When she looked at him the second time and he exploded, I laughed out loud!! Now THAT'S true love! This is such a well done short film, and I'm so very glad I happened upon it.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

We’re so thrilled you enjoyed it!!

@CornballLyric 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing. So well done and with a happy ending that Hollywood can't achieve any more

@AKumar528 2 жыл бұрын

He looks and acts a better robot than 99% of big budget movies

@Karim-wl5cm 2 жыл бұрын

No buddy you exaggerate!

@RechtmanDon 2 жыл бұрын

As a composer, I recognize a score that can stand entirely on its own, yet matches the dramatic shifts without being invasive or obvious. Great scores like this are recognized not during the movie, but as an afterthought when the movie ends. The characteristics of a truly great movie score.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, we love this! Our composer Zach Valdivia will be over the moon from this comment. Thanks so much for watching!

@lostcat9lives322 Жыл бұрын

Was the beginning a tap dance numb?

@G_Cs 2 жыл бұрын

The Future Is Bright: What I learned from this film is that in the future, Post-It Notes can be stuck to fabric, such as a shirt, then dragged across a concrete parking lot, and not fall off. Hooray!

@bsgeckoproduction 2 жыл бұрын

LOL

@JohnTLyon 2 жыл бұрын

Know how he feels. God, I hate when that happens! Love that old Buick!!! How does one fix the chambers of a broken heart? With hope, patience and love...

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@bossdog1480 2 жыл бұрын

Well, well, well. That is just sooo nice. That has to be the most original story with the male robot being the one in love with the female human. Very sweet, well written, made my day.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Happy you enjoyed it

@kayray4858 2 жыл бұрын

I’m late but “who else had a smile on their face at the end?”🤩🤩🤩

@jenniferpower981 2 жыл бұрын

'Deus ex machina' 🖤 A pleasure to watch.

@caryd67 2 жыл бұрын

The Buick was a nice, unexpected touch

@blakepooler 2 жыл бұрын

I had to look for a comment about the Buick. SWEET RIDE!!!

@mapatterson173 10 ай бұрын

Ah-yup. Shows her appreciation for well, made classics. The restoration of that Buick also hints at how she knew her way around a socket wrench.

@johnblakeH 2 жыл бұрын

That was the sweetest, most satisfying thing I've seen in a lonnnng time. This should be in a LOT more recommendation feeds. Can't understand why it took the YT algorithm two years to suggest it to me. Great work!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you so much!!

@Ron-kp5ow 2 жыл бұрын

Thank God! An android that actually LOOKS like an android!

@thomascappelli6851 2 жыл бұрын

The tin man who needed a heart. Nice. Loved the classic car addition. Well acted, well written, great plot and story. The audio went so well with the scenes. I loved this. ♪

@joshbrigham942 2 жыл бұрын

Yup its tin man all the way. Good observation.

@weirdredpanda 3 жыл бұрын

The makeup, storytelling, and special effects were impressive. Well done.

@demijour1234 2 жыл бұрын

Always look at what may happen in the middle of the credits or at the end of the credits. Don't you remember Ferris Bueller's day off? @17:14 👁‍🗨💖you 🤣😂😁😆😅

@jeremytravis360 2 жыл бұрын

What a lovely ending. My first smile of the day.

@fadidan84 2 жыл бұрын

Truly brilliant work, from the robots typing away on keyboards to the way this sweet robot executes facial expressions, not to mention the smart plot. This film is true art. A piece of brilliant gold. I appreciate the effort and passion that went into making this lovely piece of art.

@andrewhancock2451 2 жыл бұрын

And a nice easter egg at the end!

@susancarlson9512 4 жыл бұрын

HA! One of the best short films I have seen in the last 2 years!

@EddieRay724 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome soundtrack!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

That’s Zach Valdivia. The soundtrack is on Spotify!

@AllThingsFilm1 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the best sci-fi shorts I've ever seen. Brilliant work.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@quokka_11 11 ай бұрын

I said 'this is brilliant" out loud twice.

@Lavonas 2 жыл бұрын

Actress is beautiful! Very pretty!

@Oleg222221 2 жыл бұрын

You've lifted my spirits)))

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it :)

@alvincruz2795 2 жыл бұрын

Cute story... nicely done! Nice bonus blooper in the end... Wahahaha

@staredsky 2 жыл бұрын

solid plot (very rare to find), great acting, perfect direction, excellent editing: this short has everything to be a masterwork. Great job guys !!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏 Happy you enjoyed it

@ArielCotton 4 жыл бұрын

Share you short with Omeleto please. Such a great sci-fi many more need to see this. God bless.

@Mr53000 2 жыл бұрын

What a great musical score!

@lastmanstanding2622 2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful, well made, wonderful styling, all around fantastic car she has. And the short was superb as well!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@Commandamanda 2 жыл бұрын

By far, the best short science fiction that I have seen in a long time, and it had a happy ending!!!!!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the love, thank you!

@frankberry6220 Жыл бұрын

Well Played! Congratulations to all involved. Frank.

@andrewsharpe2587 2 жыл бұрын

Oh, that deserves more thumbs up than I have.

@bradbundy1471 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Well done! More of story in this short than most full length movies. Great acting by all. Wow good job guys 👍

@blackpaw29 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely short with an excellent heart warming ending(s)

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@roberto_silvarj 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing story. Impressive effects.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@drophammer776 2 жыл бұрын

13:45 Hilarious 😂 Reminded of 1978 Invasion of the Body Snatchers

@juliecorpus8308 2 жыл бұрын

Magnifique!!!!!!

@corwinzelazney5312 8 ай бұрын

When she laughed and said, "I'm pretty sure that's illegal" I lost it. What a masterpiece of human emotion and authenticity. So well done. I wish all of you the best. Can't wait to see what you do next!

@pinkycorn5745 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the robots love you, without being narcissistic nd abusive. Evryone must have to feel loved at the time of depression like this one. I Love you 🥰😍

@donmcneal233 2 жыл бұрын

Another nice surprise! Nicely done!

@gamkagan 3 жыл бұрын

Really well done. Bravo. I can't wait to see more form you.

@vanessawhitney5796 2 жыл бұрын

I love how the drama was basically a side plot. The details they chose to highlight made this truly experience.

@ashtakala3715 2 жыл бұрын

Superb presentetion I like it. 5 /5 ⭐ this movie

@barbarajoseph-adam8337 2 жыл бұрын

I love this so much, very brilliantly done! And that outtake at the end there - nice touch!! Looking forward to see more from you guys!!! Also, it should be okay for the robot to kill the arsewipe. No mens rea.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@lilsammich8252 4 жыл бұрын

She is super cute. Nice movie.

@thomascollins4325 2 жыл бұрын

A great short film. Very well done with great music. Bravo!!! 👍❤🤣😂

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the kind words!

@cyohe8643 2 жыл бұрын

Well done!

@RealJamesArcher Жыл бұрын

Love this! I'd love a behind the scenes breakdown of how you made this. That would be fascinating to watch.

@gmc7298 2 жыл бұрын

pure quality - great job guys!

@charlesstratford1612 2 жыл бұрын

Hilarious - very well done

@markp6062 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely wonderful!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏 Thank you!

@Nobilangelo 2 жыл бұрын

And 'Buick' is a word that means 'honey farm.' The director's sense of humour

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@colinellesmere 2 жыл бұрын

Great movie. Warm. Quirky. Good story.

@magnetdesignandadver Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! LOVE LOVE LOVE!

@sally-annestrawberry4588 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Short Film.. Must See.. 10/10..ThankYou.. 🎬👏👍😍

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t thank you enough!

@johnraffensperger 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Thanks.

@gerardcousineau3478 2 жыл бұрын

For a change it's a lady who has a robot. 😍

@FiremanFrank24 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding.

@believeinpeace 2 жыл бұрын

Oh this was so sad, but it had a great ending. It is well done with excellent acting. Congratulations!

@micknordstrom2591 2 жыл бұрын

Love it!

@bryanjacobson1797 2 жыл бұрын

Loved it!

@Ali_Kisitu 2 жыл бұрын

3:36 scared crap out of me

@susantejero9777 2 жыл бұрын

Nice one 🤩

@docwilson5384 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing job....Peace

@jaynegrenville476 2 жыл бұрын

I love this she gave him a heart very well done 💕

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

@GySgtRay 2 жыл бұрын

This is a movie or an hour long TV special type of video! Everything was A Rate perfect! The acting, the music, the total ambiance of the whole video was amazing!! I have subscribed to your channel to see more videos!! Well done!!

@bretmelton3823 2 жыл бұрын

Love this!

@inspire-tivity5772 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@edduj 2 жыл бұрын

This the most giant animation i see round human and robots! Thanks a lot!

@allisondennis2662 2 жыл бұрын

that was wonderful actually made me smile ; ) thanx and well done xx

@barryr666 2 жыл бұрын

Heart of gold

@mandolinic Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on getting the 1978 line-up of Kraftwerk for the robots.

@michaelstele5871 2 жыл бұрын

This was AWESOMENESS!!!!!!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

@jackshea6937 2 жыл бұрын

So excellent !

@newjerseymom 2 жыл бұрын

Overall very good. The lead actress is great! Like Kristen Stewart, but with acting skills. The downside for me is that I feel the male gaze through the whole plot.

@STLove88 2 жыл бұрын

Most excellent - Thanks, I really enjoyed the creativity of the the story, the acting, & the filming. Well done!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate the compliment! Thank you!!

@RogerMillerInVA Жыл бұрын

The actress is a young Sigourney Weaver, circa 1979. Amazing reaemblance!

@hamphouse 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this film. Terrific.

@gotovisionarium 2 жыл бұрын

Very special!

@danieljackson654 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. What a wonderful reveal. Thank you for this gem.

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@JackieBaisa 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent short!

@user-gd1wr8wz6x 2 жыл бұрын

Marvelous

@merie8265 2 жыл бұрын

Story of the writers life

@redemption-leadership 2 жыл бұрын

Smashing film!

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@peterwinslow8329 2 жыл бұрын

YES!💝

@robotfan 4 жыл бұрын

if only the world had these! love it!

@RedTitan5 4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@maxcruz5936 2 жыл бұрын

That was great

@dancerman1138 2 жыл бұрын

Perfection on ever level more please

@happyface2065 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing

@Shortlore 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@generalpublic3744 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely old Buick. Back in the days they made proper cars, not hideous electrical clones we have now that all look the same. A touch ironic seeing it in the film don't you think?