Sci-Fi Short Film "Henri"

Sci-Fi Short Film "Henri" | DUST

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7 ай бұрын

A derelict spaceship becomes self-aware and builds itself a mechanical body in order to feel alive.
"Henri" by Eli Sasich
Also by Eli Sasich, “ATROPA” the series. Watch it on DUST here: • "Atropa" The Series
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More About "Henri":
HENRi is an epic sci-fi short film starring Keir Dullea (2001: A Space Odyssey) and Margot Kidder (Superman). Hundreds of years in the future, a derelict spaceship - controlled and powered by a human brain - floats aimlessly in the outer reaches of space. Trapped in the cold metal prison of the vessel, the brain begins to experience disjointed images of its former life - images it cannot understand. Becoming increasingly self-aware, and yet unable to move, the brain devises a plan to build itself a mechanical body from parts of the ship. Maybe then it will understand the images it is seeing. Maybe then it will feel alive. Utilizing a mixture of quarter-scale miniatures, in-camera effects, and computer animation, HENRi is a completely unique and visually striking short film.
"Henri" Credits:
Written and Directed by Eli Sasich
Produced by Jefferson Richard
Co-Produced by Domnic Fratto
Music by Kevin Riepl
Cinematography by Tim Angulo
Editing by Eli Sasich
Casting By Catrine McGregor
1st Assistant Director - Daniel Midgley
Nathan Aaron ... associate producer
Michael Becker ... associate producer
Claude Bidal ... associate producer
Robert Bowling ... associate producer
Jeffrey J. Ellen ... associate producer
Phil Ferriere ... associate producer
Kris Gillespie ... associate producer
Gary Greco ... associate producer
Peder Norrby ... associate producer
Jason Poh ... co-producer
Dan Raine ... associate producer
Izak Rappaport ... associate producer
Doug Roos ... associate producer
Chad Jeffrey Russey ... associate producer
Eli Sasich ... executive producer
David Schatanoff Jr. ... associate producer
Steven Schlotterbeck ... associate producer
Karla Shelton ... co-producer
Don R. Thomson ... associate producer
Brian Wright ... executive producer
Emperial Young ... associate producer
Jonathan Hallett ... storyboard artist
Thomas Pringle ... pre-production artist
Craig Sellars ... pre-production artist
Nate Hoffman ... re-recording mixer / sound designer
Randy Cooper ... miniature set/model builder
Clark Schaffer ... special effects
Rob Field ... digital compositor
Matt Hoffman ... visual effects supervisor
Q. Bryce Randle ... visual effects editor
Clark Schaffer ... visual effects supervisor
Chris Wells ... visual effects artist
Jarom Brand ... lead animator / rigging technical director
Alex Lee ... gaffer
Bruce Rabinowitz ... music supervisor
Jeffrey Gold ... special thanks
Joe Vitale Jr. ... special thanks
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@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Hey there - I’m Eli, writer & director of HENRi. We made HENRi over ten years ago with the support of Kickstarter and a small army of very talented people (many of whom are listed in the video description). It was a true passion project, created by blending “old school” practical effects - like quarter scale miniatures and rod puppetry - with newer techniques. I’m super excited to share it with DUST’s amazing audience after our recent sci-fi series ATROPA connected with so many of you a couple years back. Happy to answer questions!

@wetworks8 7 ай бұрын

Dudes..that was fucking outstanding.

@yesh6545 7 ай бұрын

I like the concept of Existentialist here

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

@@wetworks8 Thank you! Glad you enjoyed.

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

@@yesh6545 Yes! Existentialism was top of mind while writing and producing this story.

@stefanschleps8758 7 ай бұрын

Bravo. Well done. Do you have another project in mind? I hope so. And how much was the budget? I assume that any type of CGI was the most expensive cost in the production, is that correct? All the best.

@dings215 7 ай бұрын

His memories were finally accessed by his life flashing before his eyes. Awesome.

@BudgetFilmmaking 7 ай бұрын

I found this film incredibly moving. I cried when I realized that Henri was all alone and all his friends were long dead. And again when it was revealed who Henri was, who he used to be. Thank you to the makers of this film for sharing this experience with me. It was beautiful.

@AllanGyllingOlsen 6 ай бұрын

I need more, What was the purpose of the spaceship, where were they goining and so on..😊

@BudgetFilmmaking 6 ай бұрын

@@AllanGyllingOlsen That seems to ne little more than shoe leather. None of those things are important to the story. They don't tell you anything more about the characters, which is what the story was really about, it doesn't give us a more meaningdul understanding of the plot. I'm glad they didn't focus on empty exposition. It's a more concise story without it. Having said that though, I would like to see this film expanded into a feature. Maybe then filler info like that would be more palletable.

@donkenmuir9504 6 ай бұрын

I agree

@terrystewart9605 5 ай бұрын

are you Gay?

@itap8880 3 ай бұрын

@@AllanGyllingOlsen I think the purpose of the ship was pretty clear. Earth was no longer habitable so they boarded an ark and wandered the universe aimlessly, likely without any real chance to find another good planet nor any plan/equipment in case they would find an OK planet.

@hilaryc3203 7 ай бұрын

Very fitting and quite splendid to have Keir Dullea be Henri. A wonderful homage to his great role.

@damirserbanovic 7 ай бұрын

Isnt that ~Open the pad bay door HAL ~ Dave ?????

@marbleman52 7 ай бұрын

@@damirserbanovic Yep....!!

@michaelgautreaux3168 7 ай бұрын

It has a "2001" vibe.

@flmolina 7 ай бұрын

This is the second time Keir Dullea has been swallowed by a supernova (first one was in 2010)

@stanleybuchan4610 6 ай бұрын

A wonderful surprise to see Keir there. I saw 2001 in the cinema when it was first released and I haven't seen him since. I'm 69yo.

@ronhanks4610 7 ай бұрын

This was beautifully done, the human spirit is a remarkable thing. Thank you 😊

@Martin3060 7 ай бұрын

After so many months of waiting... A Sci-Fi Short Film on this channel again. I can't believe it. An interesting storyline, great music and a clear message. Well done!

@gglenn7920 5 ай бұрын

I think HENRi had an epic life. Aside from that, I am gobsmacked with awe.

@ED-zm8ut 3 ай бұрын

Just hoping on this comment to say for those that liked this concept, check out Dennis E. Taylor's Bobiverse series.

@coffeecat2812 7 ай бұрын

This, this ripped my heart out and I adore it. Wonderfully done.

@zrmsraggot 7 ай бұрын

Look, look at me, look how I suffer in front of this creation. Come on man ...

@Iskelderon 7 ай бұрын

I loved this movie back in the day, nice to see that it's now available to a wider audience.

@JCruzify1 7 ай бұрын

That was amazingly well made. It was nice to see the old practical effects. Not the CGI. You brought it back to life.

@TheRealSkeletor 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely gorgeous animation and story; I would love to see an extended version of this, or more from the same "universe".

@patrickmoody7818 28 күн бұрын

And this is what you get when you make art for art's sake. Not for gross take at the box office or Oscars. Just art. Thank you for this, it was incredibly moving and beautiful.

@elisasich 25 күн бұрын

Thank for watching! This was a true passion project, and it’s wonderful to see it connect emotionally with folks. I appreciate the kind words.

@tomspoors768 7 ай бұрын

Wow! Kier Dullea of 2001: A Space Odyssey Fame. A good little film. Who needs words...

@PersonalityMalfunction 3 ай бұрын

That's why he looked familiar -Face palm!

@mechelle176 2 ай бұрын

Ikr I was scratching my brain thinking I know that face, don't I? Lol@@PersonalityMalfunction

@chrisfraser5088 7 ай бұрын

Amazing! Such a great job! Much love to Margot Kidder 😢❤️

@weaton25 7 ай бұрын

One of the best short films I have seen.

@jamesmorgan3032 7 ай бұрын

Initially creepy then evolving into sad. Henri had 2 lifetimes separated by his existence as an AI finally accepting his mortality and choosing to no longer live forever as a disembodied brain. Great storyline.

@reesetorwad8346 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, now I don't have to watch it. You should always spoil stories, that's why everybody loves you.

@MonoxideC 27 күн бұрын

@@reesetorwad8346 Why check out the comments on a video you haven't even watched? They're there for discussing the content. What did you expect?

@akseakayaker 7 ай бұрын

As I watched literally hundreds of Dust videos without doubt I’ve seen many good ones, however this one was one of my favorites. Outstanding story, effects obviously done with some old school miniatures, great graphics, sound engineering all put together into nothing short of wonderful. Thanks so much for sharing and it’s my hope we shall see more from you and your team.

@bexx-me 5 ай бұрын

Me tooo

@eclipsestorm1975 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely perfect. I felt so bad for henry

@RyanWieber 7 ай бұрын

Great short! This guy should make more!

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Hey, thanks Ryan 😉

@carlsvrd1098 7 ай бұрын

damn.... Who is cutting all the onions in here?

@tomgalli1188 7 ай бұрын

Wow. That was powerful, and moving. Not ashamed to admit it brought tears to my eyes!

@terrystewart9605 5 ай бұрын

are you Gay.

@Morpheus-pt3wq 7 ай бұрын

Amazing story and MUSIC. Music in this one is just perfect.

@vmwindustries 6 ай бұрын

Amazing to see Luis Lane from the oringial Superman movies! She was amazing in this, and really brought it to life!

@CharlesSmith-io9fp 7 ай бұрын

I remember watching (2001: A Space Odyssey) when it was first released. It was in a Cinerama theater in Hartford, Conn. (1968 ?) I'm going to guess I haven't seen Keir Dullea in over 50 years. Seeing him in this was quite a surprise. I freely admit I didn't recognize him until reading the credits. It seems that I've come full circle with him in this little movie. I want to thank you for this, it brought out a full array of emotions, some I'm sure you hoped to elicit when making it, in that it was a great success.

@AcapulKero 7 ай бұрын

This is a masterpiece of art. Thanks for the creator fo this video and DUST for uploading it.

@laurarowlson122 7 ай бұрын

This is one of the most powerful, most touching movies I have ever seen. A remarkable achievement. Bravo!!!!

@slcpat801 7 ай бұрын

Well done! There's nothing like good looking miniatures. 😍

@markbeames7852 7 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Asimov, Heinlein and Clark would be very pleased.

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! This comment makes me so happy, as those giants inspired me in so many ways.

@markbeames7852 7 ай бұрын

A pleasure. I wish you continued growth and many wonderful inspiring adventures, @@elisasich

@annemckeon6532 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this. And well done to you Eli. You packed a lot of emotions and story into a few minutes. It was very sad. After watching it I looked at the whole series of Atropa. Powerful story telling and great acting. Glad I could see it all in one go. I wouldn't have like to have waited week after week for each episode. Hope you continue to create films. Good luck and peace to you.

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and checking out Atropa as well! I appreciate the kind words and support.

@integritystudiosinternatio5004 7 ай бұрын

So very well done. 😃👍🏻

@procyon_storr 7 ай бұрын

ооооооо!!! наконец-то его официально выложили!.. шикарная вещь!!! и саундтрек отличный!!!

@yesh6545 7 ай бұрын

such a good concept of 'existentialism' at work! Very good! I felt emotional

@Marie-nx1bj 7 ай бұрын

Великолепно! Фильм-загадка. Я и в восхищении, и в грустных мыслях после него... Была рада услышать голос Кир Дуллеа. А другие актеры хоть и имели мало экранного времени, но сыграли очень точно.

@spacecase13 7 ай бұрын

Hard hitting, emotional with a truly shining emotional moments! Absolutely beautiful!!

@Aodhan132 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant, just brilliant! Fantastic to see Keir Dullea and Margot Kidder - an added bonus!

@FiandMe16 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely stunning!

@stefanschleps8758 7 ай бұрын

This is why we watch DUST. For these little gems which go to show what can be done on a shoestring budget when you have good writing and superior direction. It's not perfect, but it is a much better offering than many others we have seen on DUST. Thanks for sharing. (I would probably have changed the ending. Leaving our little android in the care of intelligent ET who crossed Henri's path, letting him continue the great journey of discovery that is life and consciousness.)

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Very kind of you to say. I agree, I’ve found some of my favorite films on DUST! So much creativity and unique storytelling.

@foobarbecue 26 күн бұрын

I get so tired of the required Hollywood fairy tale endings. It's refreshing how DUST videos often end poignantly.

@markcooper8561 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely brilliant.

@DouglasCarrington-dc4vw 7 ай бұрын

Sad but brilliant! I really enjoyed the creativity and respect for the human mind. Thank you! 🙂

@jimbush8325 7 ай бұрын

Wow what a film. So I'm getting that Henri is Biotech or had some accident that they saved his brain? Possibly an augmented AI that controls the ships function. When something happened and the ship was adrift and slowly one by one the crew died, leaving the captain to die last which she asked the AI [Henri] if he would like to be turned off? He chose to stay on. As time passes he chose to build a body to investigate where everyone went to. While this was happening he started to have flashback of a prior life? Very good story and Love the ending where he finally sees his past and has the clarity before the end. Which is also fitting that he did not have to suffer with that memory. Very humane and to end the film like this is a fitting end! Love it and hope to see more from the creators of this masterpiece.

@chall5498 7 ай бұрын

Outstanding!

@IOWENO1 7 ай бұрын

Thats was absolutely awesome thank you for creating this short sci-fi video please create more im loving it 💖

@danielmichalski2436 7 ай бұрын

Got really sucked into the story. Forgot about myself for a while ... thank you.

@ayzannah9885 Ай бұрын

I have no idea how many DUST productions I've watched. But if any of you who have in any way been involved with this channel and the videos in it see this - as corny as it may sound, I just want you to know that you've literally enriched my life with your work. So many fun, exciting, thought provoking and moving stories. I had the great fortune to be introduced to sci-fi at an early age and I know for a fact that those books have deeply impacted how I think about the world. The thing about DUST is that you so wonderfully capture what makes sci-fi awesome. I'll be taking another round to your store soon, just because it feels good to support what y'all are doing!

@vikinghawk3358 7 ай бұрын

So powerful and moving , wow

@artificialtelemetry 4 ай бұрын

AMAZING 10/10. Probably the BEST Dust short flick I've seen in YEARS!!!!! Bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@terrystewart9605 5 ай бұрын

I thought this was really good. I have been watching Dust for a couple of years now. and Henri is one of the Best ones I have seen. Love Sci-Fi

@user-do8kx6ps2e 7 ай бұрын

Heartbreaking. Beautifully shot. Thank you

@jahempress26 4 ай бұрын

No short film has moved me this way ever💯💯💯

@vincemartinez171 3 ай бұрын

Since I have panned most of the DUST short films I’ve taken the time to comment on, it’s only fair for me to say how much I enjoyed watching HENRI . From the beginning to its ending its script was well done, and I was able to focus on, and follow the storyline without it ending with me hanging with questions. Good job 👍🏼 on the best sci fi film I can remember watching on DUST ! Keep up the great work and thank you for the entertainment.

@grahamrutherford8800 7 ай бұрын

Well made. I really like this!

@BZSm1th 7 ай бұрын

Just got round to watching this. Fantastic short !! The last few minutes especially....the emotion....brilliant!

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!

@supercooloz13 7 ай бұрын

My goodness what a tear jerker! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@cosmicgamer6648 7 ай бұрын

Holy shit. Please make something like Dead Space 😍

@timberwolf5631 7 ай бұрын

That was great! I guess robots don't dream of electric sheep.

@bamblille872 3 ай бұрын

Good ref😊

@edwemail8508 7 ай бұрын

Excellent

@LordCastleHail 7 ай бұрын

One of my fave short films ever. Even have the bluray in my collection.

@elisasich 7 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you so much!

@lolitsJack1 7 ай бұрын

made me cry

@cookaboorra 4 ай бұрын

VERY close to the audience, to the spectator. Thank you for genuine moving walktrough.

@adamfunt9342 4 ай бұрын

Finally You uploaded here.❤️ I saw it so many years ago on vimeo and i love that. Thank you!

@robertjason6885 7 ай бұрын

Beautifully built. Emotionally powerful and technically first class. Bravo.

@jeffreyyoung4104 7 ай бұрын

I can't help but think Henri was reborn in the new cosmic event! Excellent video!

@-englishcaption3182 7 ай бұрын

Welcome to watch new movie channel

@ceedub04 7 ай бұрын

Keir Dullea and Margot Kidder. Good cast.

@kpb58 7 ай бұрын

Very well done. Emotional. Wonderful to see Keir Dullea again.

@nevascurded 27 күн бұрын

Been binging sci-fi shorts for couple days, this is my favorite so far, well done.

@NaziHampster 7 ай бұрын

Depressingly good.

@MasetdelaRabosa 7 ай бұрын

Shocking!! Congrats

@harveyabrahams 7 ай бұрын

The practical elements are amazing to watch. Brilliant film

@Beading_Kate 7 ай бұрын

Lovely short. Somehow very moving in the end. In the beginning it felt weird and cold, AI sounded a bit detached from reality. Then it became clear it was not purely AI, there was human brain, too. Then memories came.

@miljus73 5 ай бұрын

Socrates used to explain that all our knowledge is nothing more but remembering the things from previous divine originated life. Kudos to the creator to this movie.

@Toon1tracks 7 ай бұрын

Brilliant film! Engrossing and thought-provoking. Well done!

@kennethgrzegorzewski753 7 ай бұрын

Amazing work! Thanks so much!

@Grendelbc 7 ай бұрын

Dr. Calvin...that a nice touch. A tribute to good old Isaac Asimov and his 'robopsychologist' Dr. Susan Calvin.

@kuuluna 7 ай бұрын

I expected him to recreate em from their DNA but this is good too

@jah71 7 ай бұрын

Holy cow - that was really amazing.

@bbigaouette 7 ай бұрын

well done. Better than anything hollyweird has put out in quite awhile. Would like to know the backstory of how 'Henri' went from being a family man (presumably) to a brain running a deep space research ship.

@closer2theheart684 5 ай бұрын

Damn, that was heartbreaking. Great short film.

@gypsy5592 5 ай бұрын

Great just fantastic. You did such a great job. I absolutely love it. Thank You for creating it.

@mauricemitchell4053 6 ай бұрын

This is the best complete short film I’ve seen to date…excellent!!!

@GreyishBobbi 7 ай бұрын

Oh my god, the acting in this is so moving. ;-;

@michellesimpsons356 7 ай бұрын

I loved this. Well done!

@PhotoFlight 7 ай бұрын

Remarkable cast supported by a good story and great production. Two Thumbs Up!

@EarthCitizen3 7 ай бұрын

Wow!

@mikerama4724 5 ай бұрын

What a beautiful and sad story, very well done 👍🏻

@barbthequietwatcher7069 7 ай бұрын

Nice.❤

@PeterSneddon-AnimalLover 7 ай бұрын

*Heartbreakingly FABULOUS!!* Huge thanks to @elisasich for creating this amazing short film!!

@zainulhatia9090 6 ай бұрын

Wow amazing just amazing I literally started crying, there's so much meaning in this story unbelievable, I really love it

@terrystewart9605 5 ай бұрын

need to get off the internet and get a real life.

@Kifflington 5 ай бұрын

@@terrystewart9605 Feeling for others unconnected to you is part of being human; it could be argued that a person that isn't capable of shedding tears over a poignant but fictional moment is the one lacking a real life. John Donne said it best when he wrote 'Each man's death diminishes me, For I am involved in mankind. Therefore, send not to know For whom the bell tolls, It tolls for thee."

@Nodux359 7 ай бұрын

A small masterpiece! Good, classic effects and the music....hmm...goosebumps!

@diegof4p2 5 ай бұрын

Wow that's David Bowman right there. It doesn't get any better than this.

@jamesevans3492 7 ай бұрын

I Thought That Voice Of H.E.N.R.I. Sounded Familiar, Because I Was Thinking Of 2001, A Space Odyssey, Regarding The Deadly, Malfunctioning H.A.L. Computer System, Which Terminated The Cryogenic Sleeping Crew Members, And Murdering Crew Member Dr. Frank Poole, Played By Actor Gary Lockwood, Leaving 1 Survivor, Dr. David Bowman, Played By Actor Keir Dullea, Which Ended Up Being Transformed Into The Star Child, By A Higher Intelligence Level Lifeform(s), Which Was Continued In The 1984 Sequel Film Titled: 2010 The Year We Make Contact, With Actors: Roy Scheider As Heywood Floyd, John Lithgow As Walter Curnow, And Helen Mirren As Tanya Kirbuk . . . A Nicely Done Tragic Story, Which Kinda Parallels The 1968 Classic Film Storyline . . . And . . . Rest In Peace Wonderful, Known As Superman's Girlfriend, Actress Margot Ruth Kidder . . . :-o

@injectionletal66 7 ай бұрын

nice work, me it's been now 5320 days i'm alone, when i saw the Cyborg henri bringing back the Skeleton of the doctor " Calvin" where the crew members fell asleep together for the last time, so as not to leave her alone, for her to be with her family... I rarely cry, make me remenber i'm still alive.... Thank's you... ( and sorry i'm poor i can't give more or i will have to eat rice and baguette until the end of the month)