Horror Sci-Fi Short Film "Laboratory Conditions" | ALTER | Starring Marisa Tomei & Minnie Driver

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A physician investigating a missing body disrupts an unlawful experiment.
"Laboratory Conditions" by Jocelyn Stamat
Starring Marisa Tomei, Minnie Driver, and Paulo Costanzo
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More About "Laboratory Conditions":
At a hospital, late one night, a physician discovers that one of her patients is missing, and likely has passed away, as he was not expected to survive the night. The physician tracks the body to a nearby medical school, where students are in the midst of an illicit experiment. The physician faces an ethical dilemma that puts her clinical judgment up against the amoral ambition of the chair of the graduate school of neuroscience. Even if the doctor can save her patient, what about the next one? And the one after that? At what point should human compassion outweigh research science and “the need to know”?
"Laboratory Conditions" Credits:
DIRECTOR: JOCELYN STAMAT
PRODUCER: JOE RUSSELL
WRITER: TERRY ROSSIO
CINEMATOGRAPHER: BEN KUTCHINS
PRODUCTION DESIGNER: EVE McCARNEY
EDITOR: ROBERT SCHEID
VFX SUPERVISOR: EFRAM POTELLE
COMPOSER: ANDREW KAWCZYNSKI
CASTING DIRECTOR: MICHELLE LEWITT
COLORIST: LEANDRO MARINI
SOUND DESIGN: NATHAN RUYLE
COSTUME DESIGNER: MARGARET KAISER
EMMA HOLLOWAY: MARISA TOMEI
MARJORIE CANE: MINNIE DRIVER
ROBBINS: PAULO COSTANZO
ALICE: LISA RENEE
DAN: ROBERT SCHEID
GEORGE LOCKWOOD: JOHN KEARNEY
CLINICAL NURSE: CASEY STRAND
CHARGE NURSE: GAYLA GOEHL
STAFF NURSE: LAURA MACCABEE
ORDERLY: BOB BANCROFT
CREEPY GIRL: JENNY MARCH
LAB TECHNICIAN: SAMBA SCHUTTE
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[@user-gj7hx4ry3g]

People are commenting that they'd watch this if it were a longer movie. I would too. But I like the fact that there's no wasted time in this. Just a solid story in a very short time.

[@vincemartinez171]

Making it longer would only drag out the events leading up to the point where this short film takes place, perhaps even beyond. I think the ending is the perfect point to end, opening the chamber would turn the story into a full blown horror movie.

[@fetmar]

I like how she said "let's see what happens" meaning she was willing to experiment with her life after having seen how she treats others lives.

[@meisbackforever]

​​​@@thebanned2807it's a film...

[@bongwater2482]

Yeah a true scientist is willing to sacrifice their lives for the betterment of humanity.

[@bongwater2482]

@@thebanned2807Nah fuck that. The main science lady was in the right. She was willing to sacrifice her life and a small handful of lives for the betterment of the entire human race.

[@anhtuannguyen2641]

⁠@@bongwater2482they just willingly sacrifice their life for their curiosity, my dear, without knowing the consequences. In the East, we say when we die, our family shall start a funerap within 3 days, We will make noise to drive away evil spirits, not only to protect the dead, but also to protect the living. There is no more convenient occasion for the devil than when someone leaves his soul from his body, this occasion provides enough energy to make the gates of heaven open and so does the fissure from hell.

[@ernestolopez8463]

@@gursewaksingh1999 i hope one day some big studio will see the potential of various short films like these and make them full lenght movies like the decade we had marvel super hero movies but with high quality narrative inspired by stories like this

[@DavidFourteen]

Better than 99% of the programming on Netflix and Amazon Prime right now. Seriously, why aren't we seeing a series of full length films from you guys? Outstanding casting, BTW!

[@digitalmarketingexperts3204]

we can make it happen if we want

[@babagalacticus]

so you've viewed "99% of the programming on Netflix and Amazon Prime" then? riiiiight. btw, the ending makes no sense at all. but it's ALWAYS good to watch marisa tomei & it's interesting to see how tall minnie driver is (or maybe everyone else around her was midgety i dunno).

[@bekind816]

​@@babagalacticusending makes perfect sense....use your imagination ...

[@gipsydanger5020]

@@babagalacticus Ending makes perfect sense. She didn't want dead people experimented on in the first place and stated her concerns for other future test subject's souls being trapped in the box. That's why she lied so the scientist would be killed when she stepped inside

[@fonkenful]

@@gipsydanger5020Once that door is opened, you think the Doctor will be the only victim of her hubris?

[@XITroll13]

That ending gave me chills. I so want a full length movie of this. Damn that was good.

[@threth5176]

How did they get such a star studded cast??? What am I missing here? This is awesome!

[@yomogami4561]

a lot of actors and actresses like doing small roles and projects that appeal to them for free or scale wage

[@billygarcia9885]

⁠@@yomogami4561Additionally, the screenwriter Terry Rossio is very well known and successful, even Oscar nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay for Shrek. Go check out his filmography, it’s an incredible body of work - I imagine this is an idea of his that’s been sitting in a desk drawer for years, finally allowed to breathe.

[@pathutchison7688]

They would have big names if this was the 90’s. But the fact is that for older women, parts are few and far between. I mean hell, they even felt like they had to cast someone young for “Napoleon” to play his wife, when in reality the real Josephine was a decade older than him. So it’s not really much of a mystery.

[@martijn_yt]

Just in case my soul really ends up forever having the form of me as I die, I think I'd like to die healthy and preferably not too old ;)

[@drinnerd8532]

@threth5176 I was wondering the exact same thing! ALTER and Omeleto seem to be able to pull in top notch celebrities for a lot of their content! It's wonderful! It must be really, nice for these actors and actresses to get a break from the insanity of AAA projects and do smaller, shorter more cohesive passion projects like these. Since acting is definitely an artform I imagine doing high quality, short film projects like these helps keep creative juices flowing while providing an outlet for their art. Plus, these short films usually, rock!

[@cineffect]

I've watched lots of shorts on KZbin, mostly learning how not to produce a movie, but this is an absolute A-grade, stunning, better than 90% of what Hollywood has been churning out in the past 10 years. Respect!

[@dionst.michael1482]

Marry it why doncha

[@Henry-ij7rd]

Agreed 100%

[@TheReaverOfDarkness]

Better than Hollywood? That's a low bar. Come on, give them some credit!

[@mehmeh533]

Well...guys...it's really easy to make a short like this. Making a two hour flick out of this...that's another story.

[@viorelgheorghe9772]

I’m straggling to not close this short and annoying video

[@tootiejo857]

Absolute stunner of a short film! I love both Marisa and Minnie...legends! The way Marisa said "lets see what happens".... perfect response after she sees the way Minnie treated others.... let her see what happens...lol

[@johnstrawb3521]

@tootiejo857 Seriously? Getting torn to pieces or consigned to he!! is warranted because Minnie... closely monitors the death of a man with no future---doesn't that seem excessive to you?

[@tootiejo857]

are you serious? It's a film. That was my opinion. I liked it. period@@johnstrawb3521

[@codenamejinza]

@@johnstrawb3521 Possibly, and I certainly wouldn't laugh about it, but she was also willing to condemn his soul to being claimed by evil entities by keeping him sealed in that room and not letting him ascend to Heaven. And she'd be willing to do that over and over again, condemning God-only-knows how many people to that form of spiritual torture, just so she could see the process be done. And then there was that girl assistant with the creepy singing.... But then again, given the themes of this short, I doubt she was ever who she said she was...

[@bub777]

@@codenamejinza yeah, I'd say the same about that assistant, too.

[@kevinrandall4344]

That was terrifying. One of the best short films I have seen, it's left me wanting more. Excellent cast, acting, effects. Please, please can there be a follow up.

[@themug406]

What for, exactly? Its done, it doesnt need anything else

[@DanYHKim2]

Thank you. I wasn't sure what it is that I was feeling about this, or why it was affecting me so much but your description is correct. It was terrifying. I am not usually so personally affected by a movie. I can have a sort of visceral response to things that startled me, but this one really touched on something else that made it more profoundly frightening and significant. Really excellent work.

[@returnofthegoth2220]

WHAT?!?!? How is this NOT a full length feature yet? This was outstanding! Thanks for posting this on this channel. Clearly I need to start paying attention to Dust more.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thanks for the high praise!

[@maliwilliams7262]

We are NOT in the Age of "I Believe" Quite the Opposite, in Fact.. Hollywood, at the Service of the "Intruder" Knows that the Fear of "DEATH" Impedes True "Spirituality" Thus, Why Fear that which is a Reality, AND an ILLUSION??

[@the-engneer]

@@JoeRussellProductions This was really good. You seriously should try and make this a series

[@tkaki6029]

Super A List cast.

[@woodrowwilsoniii8354]

@@JoeRussellProductions please tell me there’s a sequel to this piece. I understand letting the audience’s imagination wander but this was so good that we deserve closure 😭

[@traviswilliams3323]

Lady in purple. She knew exactly when he would kick the bucket. And knew exactly when evil has entered the room. She was def a demon or something.

[@Zionswasd]

she was shit writing that nearly single handedly ruined a pretty good short film premise, thats what she was

[@jerome5120]

I didn't see the moment when he kicked the bucket...

[@Darkseid300]

She could possibly be part of death

[@fukpoeslaw3613]

There wasn't even a bucket. Or maybe Tomei or Purple was the only one could see it, I dunno🤷🏻

[@KosMik_Skul]

I thought so too, like she was a demon or psychic or something else. Which.. btw didn't anyone else think the evil ghost chic at the end in the room looked just like her too.

[@pep6354]

I remember watching an ensemble cast that included Keifer Sutherland, Julia Roberts, Kevin Bacon and Oliver Platt do a similar film experimenting with near death experiences to examine the soul but this beat Flatliners hands down, knocked it out of the park, fully deserves a full length movie.

[@Ogrematic]

Cabin In The Woods.

[@uncletimo6059]

@@Ogrematic no, it was not that

[@Ogrematic]

@@uncletimo6059 Remember the containment/observation vessel? Just like in Cabin In The Woods. This is like the prequel.

[@AAJalandoon]

This reminds me so much of another movie that lulls the viewer of the clinical approach to death and where the ending was a huge surprise to me.

[@Ogrematic]

@@AAJalandoon Ghost?

[@Dicegirl13]

Absolutely brilliant. I love the doctor's final choice to save more patients.

[@sumboide4204]

This could be the beginning of something BIG, awesome, we need more of this movie. Will there be a part 2????

[@ravenblackwing7888]

There never is ☹️

[@theRATking4379]

part 2 requested

[@Leandro-X.2024]

You could look at 'Cabin in The Woods' as the sequel 🤷🏽‍♂

[@k3rc4]

@@Leandro-X.2024 One has nothing to do with the other, what are you on, lol.

[@Leandro-X.2024]

@@k3rc4 I did say you COULD look at it that way, I'm not saying it's exactly that way. Relax 😆

[@madnessbydesign1415]

Wow. This was next-level good. I love Marisa and Minnie, and surrounding them with an ensemble of talent was huge. Putting them all in a well-crafted story was epic. The entire production was well done and engaging. Kudos to all! :)

[@merchantfan]

Yeah Paulo was great in his part too

[@VREEDBOY]

Aunt may whyy??😂

[@milvagiselle685]

This is without a doubt one of the best ALTER episodes. Better than anything playing on other channels. Simply beautiful. Well directed, narrated and the acting is so on point. Beautiful work.

[@martywittenberg1427]

That ending took the meaning of making a deal with the devil to a whole new level. She got exactly what she deserved and the doctor knew if she would let anyone know there was something in there it would come for her or the others. It was cheated out of a soul and it was angry to say the least. And i have a feeling it will not go back emptyhanded.

[@KatWoodland]

This flick made my heart pound.

[@MMAGamblingTips]

Awesome Easter egg at 1:45 mark! The radio from the ambulance is playing American DJ Art Bell who was the original host of the nightly aired paranormal-themed radio program Coast to Coast AM and its spinoff named Dreamland. Bell covered taboo topics ranging from UFOs to other unexplained phenomena.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

I actually got to speak to Art a couple of times before he passed away. I was not going to include a clip of his show without his permission. He originally said no... but he came around and ended up saying yes! I can't imagine the film would feel the same without his voice in that scene. Glad you caught it!

[@MMAGamblingTips]

@@JoeRussellProductions Hell yea!! Art was the original and one of the few that had the balls to actually speak out on the paranormal and not like people out to be whack jobs. He was a mainstream DJ that gave average people a platform to tell the world these crazy stories long before there was an Internet where anyone could say what they wanted. It’s cool you got to talk to him. I would love for him to be alive and know that NASA the US government is basically acknowledging the existence of UFOs!

[@TheGreenhillsCyclist]

No! NO! N-O-O-O-O-O-O-O-O!!!!! You can't just leave us hanging like that!!!!! Excellent! Part 2 is a must!!!!!

[@JoeRussellProductions]

My mom said the same thing!

[@danske3042]

I'll say stupid movie if you ask me

[@lonniedeckermusic]

@@danske3042 No one did, yet here you are.

[@danske3042]

@@lonniedeckermusic no one asked you but here you are

[@mohit92260]

@@danske3042 did anyone ask you?

[@jackc3205]

That was great. No stupid jump scares. No gore. Just a great build up of a story.

[@rnrhodes9256]

WOW! Great short. The fact that such a group of well established actors did this short is wonderful. A true testament to their craft. 👍👍👍

[@marylouclemente1079]

And thus begins the opening of Pandora’s Box. This was awesome. I definitely wanted to see more. Great job by everyone.

[@maliwilliams7262]

"CERN"?

[@kamikeserpentail3778]

But literally nothing would happen. All that was in there were things that were attracted to the man's soul. But they were pushing in from outside while he was in there, meaning they were already outside, and probably many more still were.

[@EatAllDaHumans]

@@kamikeserpentail3778 But things get pissed when you put them in a box. They were gonna rip her soul apart

[@kayknouse2855]

That's the exact thought I had when she said that nothing was in there and open it.

[@thetenthplanet_]

A sci-fi supernatural horror. Don't see many of those going around. Haunting in all the right ways. Hope you continue this. Would love to see the concept explored further. Though still with elements of the unknown too.

[@AdarshKumar-nj7rp]

You should check out Kane Pixel on KZbin.

[@thetenthplanet_]

@@AdarshKumar-nj7rp Already do. His Backrooms content is unreal.

[@aluminiumnaughty7122]

lol, u must not be into scifi. lots of scifi horror.

[@theatog]

This has as much sci-fi as in Strange Things? Don't get me wrong. I appreicate both very much. But this comment seem out of place. If being one of the best shows on Netflix is not "going around", I'm not sure what is.

[@aluminiumnaughty7122]

@@theatog what?

[@greenstone85]

the way she agreed but still with the patients interest at heart. thats some good writing. love tomei aswell

[@keithcourson7317]

Dang, but that was absolutely cool on every level! Great production, great writing, great acting, and accurate medical science. The "monster" reveal at the end is some of the best nightmare fuel I've ever seen. Science fiction/horror doesn't get any better than that right there! So well done!! Let's also appreciate how FINE Ms. Tomei and Ms. Driver are!!!

[@abbymaddox7689]

There is always someone in the comment section who is gonna say "this short should be a full length movie". But I honestly hope this turn into a full length movie.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Same!

[@smilingface2006]

basically you don't want to admit you're doing it then you're doing it.

[@alexdfan_43]

I absolutely LOVED THIS! Although I was disappointed because we didn't get to see what happened to Minnie Driver when she went into the box/room. Marissa Tomei was the only one that could see the spirit of the old man and then he was able to go to heaven, but then something broke in malevolent spirits. By the way, they looked so cool! This would have been a story I would have loved to see in full length. I still wish they at least showed what happened when Minnie went inside, that is a disappointment but other than that I loved the plot. It was so creative and kept me intrigued the whole time. Thanks for the upload!

[@somecallmetim4490]

It’s almost like you watched the same thing we all did.

[@alexdfan_43]

@@somecallmetim4490 IKR?! 🤣

[@somecallmetim4490]

@@alexdfan_43

[@alexdfan_43]

@@somecallmetim4490LOL 🤓

[@silvercenturion4214]

I think the docter could always see the dead. However usually they move on quickly, to soon for her to see them. The girl that was singing, you could see her carrying a baby in the box. But she was also outside the box. I think that was her daughter who was pregnant when she died. That thing they trapped was in my opinion satan trying to get the man his soul before god could. When it was stuck i think it transformed into the docters daughter(the girl that was singing) to trick the docter in to letting it out so it could take more souls. I do think the other docter who wanted to go inside didn’t die as i think that demonic creature can only take the souls of the dead.

[@Lord_Taron_Texas]

I cannot say enough about how OUTSTANDING this horror short is!!! Plus I LOVE Marissa tomei!!

[@thevoiceofreason8240]

I don't understand the people asking for a "full movie" here. This IS a full movie. It just doesn't have a bunch of meaningless fluff added to it. This is a case where less truly is more. Sure, I'd like to know what happened when they opened the door, but that would only need to add another few seconds to it. What else do you think would be added? A bunch of nonsense of the doctor going about her life at home, dealing with a cheating spouse, etc.? The creators of this film did an expert job of giving precisely what was needed to leave a meaningful impact. We need more of this where we get quality over quantity. Quibi had a good idea that just wasn't economically feasible. These types of short films would work better as a feature-length compilation like Cat's Eye or Trick 'r Treat. I'd pay to see a full anthology with this level of quality.

[@thaddeuslyons3367]

Woah Minni Driver! Haven't seen her in a minute- used to think she was so pretty back when Grosse Point Blank came out- she still got it!

[@juliesvendsen6393]

Time flew by. The acting was top notch. The premise is intriguing. The characters relatable , however It feels unfinished.

[@IHitANazi]

Both fine actors and both have aged like fine wine,and got better with age .both perfectly cast.excellent.Bravo to all involved

[@electriccoconut]

The very best of the short films I have seen. Just realised it's ALTER . BEST OF ALTER I'VE SEEN.

[@renekingfisher9065]

Are you telling me that this isnt an actual full length movie?? I want to know what happens when they unlock the door! That was so good!! Hope there is more!!!

[@Rari1022]

I really would love a full length film. This is so good and ended on such cliffhanger.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thank you!

[@JoeRussellProductions]

@SilverTube thanks for watching!

[@paulc14]

Wow, this was great! I didn't want it to be over. Turn this into a feature-length film!

[@Aylott]

Wow Paulo Costanzo is great in this short, feel like he’s revelling in the story and his role in it.

[@CommonSenseRevolution]

Absolutely stunning work for a short which has all the makings of mainstream feature built-in. Amazing plot/storyline-check, big name actors-check, awesome supporting roles-check, superb, believeable special effects-check, awesome soundtrack-check! Alter you've outdone yourselves on this one, BRAVO! Well done!

[@thefatman69dude]

This should be a full length film. It was damn good. How you got so many great actors is really what elevates this film.

[@maxsecrest]

John Cusack was really good

[@longlostkryptonian5797]

That was f’n outstanding on every level! Writing, directing, acting and theme. Really well done!

[@thishollowhill]

So nice to see Marisa. God this was fantastic for a short. What an ending, love it.

[@ashleekoberna5686]

Can you PLEASE tell us you're at LEAST THINKING about doing more with this piece? I'd LOVE LOVE LOVE to see what happens when the door gets opened! I wouldn't even complain if you ended it with the demons killing everyone, at least I'd know what happened!

[@brucenatelee]

One of the most movie-like videos I've seen on KZbin so far. I swear I don''t know if you do it, but please make this a series, if not just a sequel.

[@jomontanee]

It is a movie. Only the length is short.

[@bgimagesound]

That was great one. I loved how doctor's curiosity shifted twisting the plot. It's a 10!

[@user-wh4rw1qb7o]

what imagination! one of my all time favorite Alter features. something of this quality deserves a full length feature.

[@gilbertovalenzuela2319]

This NEEDS to be a full movie, damn i love the cosmic horror vibes of this and the whole original concept, well done 👍🏻🏆

[@huelu982]

You know if they don’t succeed they’ll come after anyone to continue the experiment right…

[@rako333]

watch Martyrs

[@gilbertovalenzuela2319]

@@rako333 You are right, the concept of trying to see what happens when we die is very similar

[@BuddyBlueHeart]

This needs to be a full movie.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Maybe one day... :)

[@corvettestingray271]

Yes! Hollywood, get on it!

[@lraven888]

This was EXCELLENT! Omg! This needs to be a full length movie!

[@nicolasdebenning4216]

Please make this a movie!! I’d GLADLY pay for it! 🤩🤩

[@aluminiumnaughty7122]

they did and you did.

[@nicolasdebenning4216]

@@aluminiumnaughty7122 what?

[@aluminiumnaughty7122]

@@nicolasdebenning4216 it is a movie that they made and you paid for it with your view and engagement.

[@dickdastardly5534]

Please send cheque made out to Cash to my forwarding address 😁please.

[@danieldevito6380]

Even though I already watched this twice before on the "DUST" channel, I have to watch it again. This is so damn good!

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thanks for revisiting and commenting!

[@RPRosen-ki2fk]

Got to agree, the film is simply riveting.

[@danieldevito6380]

@@RPRosen-ki2fk It really is. That's the one thing I hate about shorts, though. They get you absolutely hooked, and you end up wanting a full length version.

[@danieldevito6380]

@@JoeRussellProductions Thank you for producing one of the best shorts I've ever seen. Hollywood DESPERATELY needs more quality producers like yourself.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

@@danieldevito6380 Daniel! Thank you so much. I'm honored that you would say that!

[@pr1ssycr1ssy]

This was amazing! One of my favorites thus far. I would love to see more of this story.

[@thecow7296]

Totally on point.Such a good short.Well deserving of a part two

[@observationsfromthefencepo7207]

Wow what an ending. If you're going to do a cliff hanger then this is how you do it. This type of short makes you want to see more big name actors and actresses doing a short film. The quality with this one was top notch and the story was compelling. The soul has always been linked to faith and this one explores the idea of finding scientific proof. I love that the story did not shy away from the obvious ethics involved. The special effects looked fantastic and the malevolent/evil entity was legit terrifying. Driver and Tormei were excellent and surrounded by a strong supporting cast. Great work to all involved from writer, director, cast and crew. This was a great watch and a high recommend. Peace.

[@corvettestingray271]

I'll echo all of the comments here. Fantastic! I would definitely love to see a full-length feature of this (Hollywood, are you listening?). And how Marisa Tomei's character and the other guy were in on the whole thing. Minnie Driver, top-notch performance. All the acting was great, and Paolo Costanza played his role on point as--how is it this guy was not more well known after he nearly stole the show in 40 Days And 40 Nights? That's another film I'd like to see a sequel for.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thanks so much, yes, I hope Hollywood is listening, we would love to go round 2!

[@TheListenerCanon]

Paolo Constanza? Is he related to George Costanza since we all know Marisa Tomei loves George Costanza.

[@jennl8921]

This is my all time favorite out of these short horror films. Amazing work all around

[@Turtlpwr]

Paolo Constanzo is not in enough major level stuff. Idk why, but I always love him on the screen in any role he plays.

[@ChuckTaylor1993]

This is one of my new favorites on Alter. Absolutely incredible. Simply magnificent.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thanks Taylor!

[@Cr4sh0v3rRide]

This needs to be a full length film.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Totally

[@JHJHJHJHJH]

Thank you for making this. I love shorts and this one didn't disappoint. It's normally a bit frustrating to read comments from people who can't just enjoy what there is without having to have it all laid out for them. Some people are so hungry for sequels and feature-length reproductions when the short if perfect as it is.... but in this case, it's just ironic, given the subject of the short.

[@JHJHJHJHJH]

Second most frustrating is when people write out what they've just seen as if it's adding something to the conversation. I like to read the comments to get other takes on these shorts and little details I may have missed. It's usually an interesting conversation. But I do have to chuckle when someone just writes out what they've just seen as if it's some profound observation. What is the purpose of doing this?

[@TayWoode]

Yeah when people always say they want a full length version of a short that’s already top quality and is a full story in itself.

[@axelamps1279]

This was utterly brilliant!! Excellent writing, excellent acting, great effects usage, just really bloody brilliant.

[@cassandraalls5633]

So happy to see Marissa Tomei as well as Minnie Driver! Both superb actors 😄

[@lynseybancroft452]

This needs to either become a series or a movie! It's fantastic!! Seriously! I would absolutely 110% watch this! I want more!!

[@Zvalgryn]

Bro. The Art Bell Coast to Coast playing on the radio in that ambulance at the beginning. That level of creepy details is what sells this for me!

[@drinnerd8532]

WOWZERS... what an incredible short story!! MAN, that was super eerie!!! Absolutely LOVED this! Thanks, ALTER!!

[@mrch33sehed93]

I been watching Marisa and Minnie since the 80s. They are such great actors. 😍👌

[@danielschnee2666]

Now THAT is a perfect sci-fi horror film! Acting, length, cinematography... Driver/Tomei are perfect...

[@gustavohenriquejunkes3276]

Oh my gosh, that was really good. It’s been a while I don’t watch such a good triller. Congratulations to you guys.

[@grahamyoung5356]

Well written, and well acted. A lot of people are saying that they want a full-length movie version of this story, but it would have to be as good, or better. This is damn good as is.

[@ellawhite322]

finally someone says this. if this was a movie, it would lose its element and feel because they would add unnecessary scenes to make it longer.

[@petejames1326]

OMG THIS IS THE BEST HEATH RELATED MOVIE IVE EVER SEEN OH GOD PLEASE MAKE A PART 2,3,4,5,50 PLEASE MAKE a 3HR MOVIE OUT OF THIS I WILL PAY $50 TO SEE IT

[@GoldenTV3]

"The room is a vault, no quarks can get out" *able to see light particles from room* *able to read data from room* I hate when stories can't be accurate

[@davidmitchell5750]

That is one of the best shorts I've seen so far. Absolutely brilliant.

[@ZeroArtsMade]

I would, 1000%, without a doubt, watch a full length movie-hell, even three hours of this-this is such a great idea, everything was just amazing, and oh my God, I have no words for how perfect this film is, I love it so much.

[@Sidar800]

Damn that ending makes me want a sequel or full length movie.

[@bbloggins8490]

That was a fantastic piece of storytelling, and such brilliant acting by every player involved.

[@Condoctuc]

When he said ‘Strange or Charmed or Up/Down’ I realized he was talking about types of quarks! The environment is so controlled that even quarks can’t get through without being measured! Finally my hours of wasting time watching random science KZbin videos has finally paid off!

[@cathytrottier8944]

Ok that ROCKS, please make a big budget full length film . I loved it

[@MISTERKIC]

Excellent. I too can see this plot expanded like the former short film "Lights Out".

[@pattiray8542]

One of the top shorts of any genre I have seen in years! Well done!

[@tubeyoupal]

The Coast to Coast A.M. radio show coming from the ambulance was a nice touch 👍

[@LindaB651]

Soo much going on in this film that still needs to be explored/explained! Wonderful short, great acting, great premise- now I wish to see more, please.

[@themug406]

What is it with kids and wanting every little thing explained so theres nothing interesting left, its done, its good as it is, no more

[@wingponymedic2360]

Why do people keep saying "this needs to be full length"? Do you realize this is great BECAUSE its not full length? A 15 minute story stretched out to 90 minutes with what? A romantic sub-plot? Side characters as comic relief? A lunch scene in the cafeteria with 8 minutes of exposition? No This is a short, they tell the story, show the story, end the story And the story they tell, is a great story

[@JoeRussellProductions]

A very good point!

[@thealexprime]

Ghostbusters, The beginning ! 😂😂😂😂

[@williamramos3350]

Now that was a super interesting concept. This needs to be turned into a full length feature.

[@artemisnectar7]

Jocelyn, Joe & Terry 🎃💃🏽 I was so busy gawking at how good Marisa & Minnie look 🤩 it is def worth a rewatch! And the singing assistant 😝. Xcelllent across the board 🎃🍭🎃 Alter HH 💋🧙🏽‍♀️

[@JoeRussellProductions]

Thank you so much for the high praise!

[@artemisnectar7]

@@JoeRussellProductions ur so welcome 👍🏽🙏🏽 U got skillz 4 sure!!! Many years of film making 4 U & ur team 💯

[@bill1498]

Absolutely amazing, more please. Far better than anything mainstream I have seen in years

[@PmatWolf]

This should be a feature length film its simply awesome the acting, the effects the atmosphere please take this a step further

[@ChronoWrinkle]

That cliffhanger at the end, it will make it so memorable, great choice given theme, love it

[@simonl4523]

This was fantastic. Every part was great, but Kawczynski’s music lifted it up to another level.

[@JoeRussellProductions]

I know, Andrew is AMAZING!

[@Robie212002]

Another good short that should be made into a feature length film!! Please keep these coming!

[@JoeRussellProductions]

We would love to make this longer!

[@mikehickey7383]

That was brilliant! Especially the ending. Great writing, direction and the acting was amazing. Loved the ending. Really want to see that movie.

[@markwilliams3174]

Incidental Music is expertly synchronised too

[@prettyinpink2842]

I absolutely loved this! The concept of where the soul goes &/or what you might accidentally let it is fascinating. Perfectly cast. It gave me all kinds of vibes from Hideaway to Thirteen Ghosts. I would love to see more. 🖤💕🖤

[@katekennedy2320]

Not for nothing but Marisa Tomei still looks as beautiful as ever. Great short 👏👏👏👏

[@SuperSunburn]

I'm convinced that short horror stories are the best way to tell them

[@johnsullivan3444]

That was really nice. I loved everything about that. Great to see all those nineties actors again.

[@Chelliekitty]

I would love to see this made into a full move

[@SarahDuke01]

Absolutely love this! And Tomei’s character, wow! She willingly damned her own soul to save so many others.

[@jadedandbitter]

No, they want revenge on Minnie Driver, not her. They're not looking at Tomei; they know who their enemy is and where she is. Chances are Tomei will be fine. Driver's character will not be.

[@MarsFKA]

@@jadedandbitter I don't think there are any "innocent" parties in that lab and once that door is open they are all in big trouble.

[@fredosleepswiththefishes]

blown away, awesome mini movie. Blows away 99% of the crap on Prime and Netflix. Need more of these please.

[@seanhudsonforester]

EXCELLENT. Brilliant short. Oh this has the makings of a full length movie.

[@robertashton8942]

This was excellent, absolutely excellent movie. Marissa Tomei is amazing. She rocks. This short movie deserves multiple Oscars. The portrayal of ghosts is one of the best I have ever seen in my entire life.

[@moisesd5459]

A truly excellent short film. Suspense and pacing really created that immersive atmosphere. Acting is nothing short of excellent and I particularly like the quirks of the ensemble. If it becomes a full length, I'd be happy to purchase a copy!

[@calzman]

That was sick!! Holy crap man. I dont think we explore these concepts enough but you guys nailed it!. A full length movie of this would be great. Good job!!

[@themug406]

A full length movie would not be great