KILLING TIME | Omeleto

A woman goes on a run in the woods, then attracts a mysterious figure who follows her home.
KILLING TIME is used with permission from P. Patrick Hogan. Learn more at jhdanger.com.
Cindy is a physicist out for a run. She's been awaiting the results of her latest experiment, which involves the ability to fold space-time. As she runs in the woods, she attracts the attention of a mysterious figure lurking in the woods.
When she comes home, she gets into an argument with her father, who is also a scientist, and whose work Cindy has built upon. Her father urges her to abandon the experiment, saying her obsession with it will ruin her life. But Cindy persists, though its results force her to reckon with the decisions of the past.
Directed and written by P. Patrick Hogan, this short sci-fi drama leverages its ability to build tension and create suspense, drawing in viewers into a story that questions the limits of human knowledge and how far we should go to pursue ideas and capacities beyond our understanding. While its subject matter is scientific and speculative, the film itself functions mainly as a mix of family drama and suspense thriller, beginning with the tracking of a mysterious figure in the woods that itself is watching a woman closely. It follows her back home, where we assume it lies in wait for the perfect moment.
True to the cinematic language of the thriller genre, the musical score is tense, the cinematography and camera are shadowy and eerie and the editing builds a sense of anticipation. But then the film settles into another mode, as Cindy and her father debate over the experiment and the possible test results that she's waiting for. The possibility of time travel would change everything, and Cindy doesn't question the drive to unlock the secrets of space-time. But her father, whose work she is building on, urges her to stop, saying that perhaps there are some things that human beings aren't meant to know or do.
Actors Maggie McCollester and Lowell Dean trade points back and forth, and it becomes clear that Cindy is more driven -- almost to the point of obsession -- to unlock the experiment than sift through its moral and ethical ramifications. Her father can't change her mind, despite pointing to their ruined marriages and fractured family lives as evidence that such single-minded zealous pursuit has its cost. It's at that point that the elusive dark figure makes its move, pulling the film into an entirely different direction -- and Cindy's fate as well.
With the buildup of tension, the denouement of KILLING TIME could easily escalate into violence or confrontation, but as it unfolds, we see it is the work of addressing past mistakes, righting previous wrongs and saving what's most precious in life, while at the same time acknowledging that arguments about science, ethics and knowledge are complicated and tangled ones to unravel. We can test the limits and capacities of human knowledge, but is it wise when we still haven't mastered the ethical and emotional capacities we already have? There are no answers except maybe in hindsight, though it's tempting to believe we can remedy those if we could.

[@alenkabkk]

This was a good one on so many layers! Had to rewatch it twice to get all the little details. So their research worked! In the past her daughter dies in a car crash (that's why she knew what was going to happen "it's gonna rain..... he's gonna lose control and you are both going to...." couldn't finish the sentence, because she knows the outcome), look at how she reacts when her daughter comes in the room, so overly happy (trying to hide her reaction from her daughter) and relieved to see her alive again and her little laugh when daughter goes to her room and slams the door. Her father I am sure also dies (he allowed the daughter to go to see the movie with bf and she died, he says "Well I'm sorry I told her yes earlier... I couldn't live with myself if she got hurt.." the woman replies "I know you COULDN'T.." indicating he might have passed away shortly after her daughter died). Also she (she who traveled from the future) learned how to love and appreciate her father, look at her annoyed facial expression and reaction when he came in the first time, and look at (other) her when he comes in again. ALSO I think I am pretty sure in fact, her father FIGURED OUT it was his daughter from the future, not only she looks slightly older, glasses, more grey hair, etc. but towards the end of their conversation he knows! He knows it worked, but she made that one decision to come back just in time to change the tragic outcome, and then WALK AWAY from the research forever, just as what he said he couldn't do and what "destroyed" HIS life. Plus he gets all teary eyed and says how proud he is of her and that he loves her. SO she basically knew nothing good is going to come out of this time travel, but still used it just this one time to change the negative outcome and then be done with it.

[@tashuntka]

Yep.... Gold 🌟....👏👏👏👏👍

[@eliharlan5355]

Oh my gosh. Did not see that coming. Don't want to give anything away but thoroughly enjoyed it. Love the makeup. Beautifully shot. Acting, well played! I'm off to share it!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch it - twice even - and for so thoroughly sharing your enjoyment of it. It's good fun to read your thoughts! :)

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@tashuntka Thank you so much for watching. :)

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@eliharlan5355 Thank you so much for taking the time to watch - for "killing some time" with us per se. ;) With your A-mazing eye and talent for art, it's no wonder you noticed those things! So appreciate it!

[@johnhogdangerproductions]

Thank you everyone. We hope you enjoyed our short film, KILLING TIME, and thank you to Omeleto for hosting it on KZbin. This is our second short film to be hosted by Omeleto and we appreciate everyone's support of indie filmmaking and short films in general. Thank you!

[@tinapatates2070]

Great job everyone 🎉🎉🎉👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 i enjoy watching it 😄👍🏻

[@criticaldan8579]

Who wouldn’t enjoy this?? Beautiful work!!!

[@d.grouard6737]

I quite enjoyed your film. The story, performances and entire production were top notch. I’ll need to check out your other film which you mentioned was featured on Omeleto. I totally enjoy the short film genre. I have always believed that it takes great skill by the filmmakers to craft an entire world in a matter of just minutes rather than the two hours (or more) found in full length films. Well done to everyone involved in this production.

[@asmiiii3]

Great work guys!

[@rrrr3666]

Inspired by Coherence?

[@christycm5946]

Super proud to have written the score for this amazing film. Couldn't be happier to have worked with such an amazing director, actors and team of filmmakers. Hope you all enjoy and thank you for watching! Thank you Omeleto!

[@cryler29]

How do you create this??? should you read the script first? see the movie before in pre production before ??? greetings, what a beautiful job you did

[@nobull9541]

Do you read the script and / or see the film before composing a soundtrack?

[@felipelotas5609]

You´re heck of a composer!!!! That musuc fit the whole thing so well...IMPRESSED!!!

[@christycm5946]

@@cryler29 thank you!! yes I have a long working relationship with this director and I saw the whole process happening from script to rough cut. I get the film after final cut and have a spotting session with the director - then it's on to composing and revising the cues until they're just right!

[@christycm5946]

@@felipelotas5609 THANK YOU so much!! :)

[@mhzprayer]

When success at the end of the day means digging your own grave, putting yourself in and covering it over...you are in one tough career field.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

You said it! Whew. ;) Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film. We all really appreciate it - and fun comments like this.

[@hmccollester]

Very proud to have been the Director of Photography on this smart, exciting and heartfelt film. From the moment Maggie got the script, I knew I wanted to do whatever I could to help bring Patrick's vision to life and let Maggie's powerful acting shine through. With all the powerful performances, Patrick's great directing and editing, and the fantastic score, you can feel the passion and creativity come through with every viewing. Congrats to all and thank you to Omeleto for showcasing this great film.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

So many viewers comment on your cinematography, Hamish! The expansiveness of it, then the creepy closeness of it, the warm, dark colors of it all. You truly created magic with lighting and angles, not to mention that camera in my face! ;) Amazing how the team was couples and family members who were each other's covid-safe pods - that you and I could work that closely is one of my most cherished parts of this whole experience. Your work truly shines here - and I know what a stickler you are for details, and this shoot required you to work so quickly and within limitations. Congratulations on trusting your instincts, and on the results that came from it. You are such a talent! Bravo!

[@christycm5946]

you did an AMAZING job!!

[@eugenetswong]

Congratulations!

[@seracessna]

Excellent job!! Thank you for your work!!

[@hmccollester]

Thank you very much for the kind comment, @@seracessna

[@tracyzoon5805]

This story was great. It really hit me as my son passed away this year and the biggest thought when I lost him was did he know how proud I was of him.

[@qp3105]

My deepest condolences to you and your family

[@AnitaSagastegui]

Heartfelt condolences to you and your loved ones.

[@tracyzoon5805]

@@qp3105 Thank you.

[@Miamiflow885]

He knows, because you showed him everyday how much you loved him.

[@tracyzoon5805]

@@AnitaSagastegui thank you.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Congratulations, “Killing Time” team! So proud of our work together to create this great film. Such a compelling story by P. Patrick Hogan. Beautiful cinematography by Hamish McCollester. Love that soundtrack by Christy Carew. Fellow actors move me every time - Lowell Dean and McKinley Warren. Thank you to our excellent producers Ana Krista Johnson and Sharon Gytri, and our whole production team, as well as post-production team! And huge thanks to Omeleto for hosting our film here alongside such quality work by other indie filmmakers! Cheers to All!

[@psjaime1]

Loved this Maggie! Great twist, great acting, great film! Congrats to you and the team:)

[@d.grouard6737]

I thoroughly enjoyed this film. I found your performance as the lead was believable and beautifully done. Excellent job to you and all the filmmakers, cast and crew.

[@SharonNolfi]

Great performance, Maggie! The future Cindy didn't just look older, her demeanor and body language were more mature as well. Wonderful film on all counts.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@psjaime1 Thank you so much for watching and supporting, Jaime! Our whole team is grateful! XOXO

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@SharonNolfi Thank you so much, Sharon! It's amazing how a touch of makeup (shout out to Zoe Hogan!), eyeglasses and the overall stress of a moment can lend to aging! :) How fun you noticed that. We're so glad you enjoyed the whole film. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch!

[@wheelsndealz]

now imagine if it didn't rain and it disproved her theory. so she killed an alternate version that wouldn't have suffered the same loss she had.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for watching our film. No need to imagine... ;)

[@Ms.Delphine1204]

impossible, if it rained before it was going to rain again

[@wheelsndealz]

@@Ms.Delphine1204 you missed the point of my comment.

[@confusedzentradi]

@@Ms.Delphine1204No. it was a different universe. She and her father discussed the work. Time travel back to the past of a parallel universe.

[@scottlubbers]

Probably my 3rd time seeing this and every time I'm so engrossed in the exchange between the father and daughter at the end! Did the dad realize she's not the same daughter? Oh and that scene where the dead mom gets put in the grave and the rain starts falling...soooooo good! Love, love, love this!!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching, Scott. That's the best kind of compliment, additional views! :) So happy you found it entertaining. Thank you for your support of indie film. We so appreciate it!

[@user-ht8cy2eb5b]

A tight script, strong performances - especially Maggie in the lead, atmospheric cinematography, and the pacing was spot-on. Loved that it tricked me into thinking it was horror then it morphed into a sci-fi thriller with heart. Well done!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film, Robyn! And for your support of it - even during our festival run. We really appreciate your kind feedback and are so glad you enjoyed it. So happy you found it entertaining on several levels.

[@muhdahnaf7927]

I came here with zero expectation, thinking it was just another horror-thriller shorts. Turns out, it also touches on never-ending grievance. The main actress played her part so well, her reaction is very natural, either she's sad, afraid or relieved Tampering the time might lead to another unwanted consequences, but I'm glad the writer abandoned this aspect, so we could focus on her grievance only. While the story is touching, I was surprised with the murder scene, as the kill like this is done off-screen or briefly on-screen. It's possibly one of the best kills ever. Well done for those everyone involved !

[@andrewhancock2451]

Many videos have the comment that the story is well told and well shot without needing any special effects. This is the first video I've seen that moved me to explicitly share such a comment.

[@Demebeso714]

The fathers formula was correct...She was replaced by a more advanced self...saving the life of her own daughter for starters!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

So glad you enjoyed the ride. Thank you for watching it and for supporting indie film.

[@maidlenmary]

Beautiful movie❤ I believe it was Dad who knew it all from the first "time loop" that is why he did everything to warn her(may be even not "first her"). He'd figured how this stuff worked and could stop at one point personally and tried over and over again to convince her not to open this Pandorabox. That scarf or bandana must be hiding a "tool" that could finally convince his daughter to close it back. Who knows😅 only those super talented guys behind our screens plus a bit of our imagination 😊

[@LauraBonginkosi]

First part : I’m never getting a house in the woods I’m never running in the woods Second part :woah wtf? Last part : it came together so beautiful!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film. We all appreciate it. Great to know it evoked those reactions, and you enjoyed it in the end. Thanks again!

[@charlitafickus9832]

One issue….if she kills herself, how does she exist in the future to even go back in time? 🤔🤔

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for watching! And for sharing your comment. Great question for the multiverse. ;)

[@jackdemilio8603]

What an amazing short film! My brother and I love catching the new ones Omeleto hosts, and this one is certainly one of my new favorites. The cinematography was gorgeous and very engaging throughout, congratulations to the entire team on a job very well done. Not to mention the actors, making an entire story come alive in between the lines - truly inspiring work to watch!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

High praise from such an Omeleto fan! Thank you so much for watching our film, Jack, and for your wonderful comments on it. So happy you enjoyed it - and I know you know good acting. I've seen YOU in action! Bravo. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and express support. Great to know you and your brother are out there tuning in. :)

[@SharonFreedmanLA]

Sooooo good!!! The cinematography was insane. The image of the rain hitting the cheeks of the dead body and then the dirt covering the face were amazing. And...Maggie McCollester killed it!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching, Sharona! And for your super comments. Kudos for that VFX magic go to Hamish who painstakingly placed real drops that fell during the shot in different places to evoke what director Patrick wanted - also digitally created a way to make the dirt fall onto the curves of the face... so cool you called that out. And super thanks from me, too. Films shot in Big Bear sure have a neat way of bonding people! ;)

[@MrGammell]

What a fascinating premise which leaves me with so many questions! It's also astounding that SO MUCH is told in such a short amount of time. Brilliant filmmaking, storytelling and acting. So much attention to detail and the location is ideal for this script. LOVED IT. Watched it tonight for the second time and want to congratulate my brilliant friends Maggie and Hamish McCollester. What a talented pair. Congrats to EVERYONE!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Stephanie, thank you so much for watching again to support us on Omeleto! That is so great of you. And such gratitude for your wonderful comments. Yes, Writer Patrick's story requires attention to those details... and it's rewarding to realize and get it. So fun to hear your reaction to it all. Thank you again so much!

[@vitallylubin5411]

The father got it

[@alenkabkk]

YES!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for taking the time to watch the film. It's fun to hear your feedback. :)

[@lifesjourney65]

Loved this, really great work all around 👏🏼 Alternative ending: The daughter climbed out her bedroom window and left anyway......... Moral of the story: You cant cheat your destiny

[@PrincessMermista]

That’s what I thought was going to happen

[@aroundandround]

7:15 That look just before her last breath actually seemed like “wtf, it has my eyes”.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

That's so cool you saw that. That's just what we were going for. "wait... are you...?" The scientist in both of them were curious about the moment...

[@glennparker5516]

That was kinda dark for Omelleto. In the end it was a tragic love story. Great job cast and crew.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you very much for watching and sharing your feedback with us. We all really appreciate it!

[@FitzHouston]

Job well done! I thoroughly enjoyed "Killing Time." I loved the soundtrack , the cinematography and especially the script. Unlike other films with a time travel plot, what makes Killing Time so enjoyable to me is how all the answers as to what is happening in the story is skillfully woven in the dialogue itself and can easily be missed if you are multi-tasking as you watch this film. Only by listening carefully to the dialogue are you then able to put the cerebral puzzle together in order to understand what you just watched, along with the excitement of discovering all that is revealed in the dialogue. I appreciate the wonderful journey I was taken on as I watched this film. Continued success to JahnHog Danger Productions.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Fitz! Thank you so much for watching again and sharing your love of the genre - and how much you appreciate P. Patrick Hogan's script! Your passion comes through! We're all thrilled you enjoyed the piece so much. Makes all the hard work worthwhile! Thank you for "killing some more time" with us. :)

[@out_of_this_world_with_Finn]

Fantastic! From the script, to the direction, to the acting, to the photography and music and editing - everything worked together to tell a captivating story. Great job!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much, PJ and Finn! ;) How great of you to take the time to watch and to offer such great feedback. So glad you enjoyed it! We sure had fun making it. It's a win-win! :)

[@GanciEnglishIdioms]

One of the best what-if time travel movies I've ever seen. It may be short but it really packs a punch. It had me guessing and wondering and then bam! I really wonder how it would feel for me to do what she did in the movie...to myself. I guess I'll never know and maybe I should be grateful for that. Really a wonderful movie from every angle: music, cinematography, acting, script, top notch! Thanks for making this movie!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching it - and sharing your wonderful feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed the film. P.P. Hogan's script caused that deep pondering in me, too, as a woman, scientist, mother, daughter... nothing like movies to get our imaginations sparking! Thanks again.

[@Undrcvrndst]

That is absolutely a movie that would hold my attention!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you very much for watching our film. It's great to know that it kept your interest. We appreciate your great feedback.

[@KK-eh2gm]

Absolutely my favorite for ironic drama & happy ending

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for checking out our film. We so appreciate your kind feedback!

[@Johnathonaaron]

This is the first time I'm equal parts melancholy, appalled, and content with an ending. Well done. Essentially she killed her life's work to save her family.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. We all really appreciate it - and your thoughtful comments. Very good to know you felt complete plus more with our 15 minute story. Thank you for writing.

[@confusedzentradi]

She saved parallel universe family and killed parallel universe mom/daughter so she could feel better. She is a horrible person.

[@MitchellWCheek]

a different ending. the girl sneaks out her window to meet her boyfriend.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Things that make you go hmmmm... Thank you for watching our film. We all really appreciate it. :)

[@emleevassilos]

LOVE! This short film. So well done! The cinematography was great; so crisp and clean! And the shot at the beginning really expands the scope of the film! The jump scare worked great! Super creepy. And the main actress! Wow! They really do a great job of making it seem like she’s in two places at once. Are you sure she’s not a twin?! Fantastic acting! Made me cry. 🎉 ❤😢😮👍🏻👍🏻

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for all your support of this film, EmLee! And I know you watch a LOT of short films! It means so much. And maybe there is a twin out there... it's hard to know from where I am. ;)

[@raterus]

Why can't we have good full-length thrillers like this in theaters instead of the crap that is actually produced on huge budgets?

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you very much for taking the time to watch our film. It's great to know you liked it and appreciate what a small-budget can accomplish. That means a lot. Cheers to you.

[@Agnus78]

Great story and execution. Definately one of the best shorts i watched in long time.

[@wildlyunrulyadventures3942]

Well damn! That was really good. So unexpected!! Pretty sure every parent whose lost a child would do the same damn thing if they had the power to do so. It does beg the question though, if you off yourself in one time dimension wouldn't you be eliminated entirely from all? Great little film.

[@anthonycooper3191]

Well done all who created this excellent film, really engrossing!

[@rachelhughes6337]

Amazing work!!! Loved Christy's gripping score and the tension in Maggie's performance and between characters. Well done to all!!

[@christycm5946]

thank you Rachel!! :)

[@luke.rayman]

So proud to be viewer of this beautiful film. Thank you Omeleto! 😄

[@matrixtech6917]

Fascinating film. But how many future selves are in the present?

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. So happy you enjoyed it. - Just one...

[@stacietheon]

Wow! Great film! I clapped when it finished! Loved the lead actress, Maggie McCollester! So many layers to her character! Don't wanna give any spoilers...just hope people find this sci-fi gem! Really great work by the whole team. The cinematography was fantastic! That opening shot had me hooked! As an actor, writer, and aspiring director, I am inspired! Will definitely need to watch again!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching, Stacie - and for the applause! :) Thank you as well for your great support of this film all the way through! We're all so happy you enjoyed the end product. All the hard work is worth it... we'll look forward to watching your film next! Go for it!

[@tashuntka]

Wouldn't she also cease to exist 🤔🤔😵😵🤔🤔... Let the games begin.....

[@mhjgh3834]

Yeah exactly.👍🏽🤷🏽‍♀️

[@confusedzentradi]

Nope. When they talked about the research they clearly stated different universes. No paradoxes here, move along…

[@user-ou5vf5jf2r]

Fantastic premise that really invites a deeper exploration. Would love to see this evolved into a feature so that the dynamics between the actors, and the science behind the premise, could be more fully fleshed out. Overall, a very promising and thought-provoking effort.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for your feedback and your support of our film, Keith - both in the theatre and here. Our whole team really appreciates it! :)

[@austinberry3299]

I only wish Omeleto made feature length films. Today Hollywood only makes rerun super hero movies, or rerun horror movies, or rerun comedy movies, or rerun woke movies. You get the point. I always come back to this channel for original fiction films.

[@basketkase404]

All of these great short films need more recognition. That was top tier acting and immersion👍 good job to the team who helped create this beautiful masterpiece!

[@basketkase404]

Also, did the father know?! I feel like he does just as his tone and attitude and facial expression changes. Very well done work!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film and share your generous and uplifting feedback. We all really appreciate it. So happy you enjoyed it. And the father's reaction can be interpreted as knowing. Good catch! :)

[@asmiiii3]

Wow those were some very suspenseful and enthralling 15 minutes. The actors did a great job!! 😊

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching! It's so fun to hear you enjoyed it. :)

[@tjmmcd1]

Currently, there are at least 70 countries where human cloning is legal. However, it appears that there 'are no' laws against using your own clone's body parts to replace one's own, thereby terminating your clone's life in the process. In this respect, since time travel and multiple timelines are considered hypothetical, there also doesn't seem to be any laws that prevent murdering your future, (or past) self, either.

[@user-kg5xt1hu5j]

This was chilling - kept me on the edge of my seat. Congrats to all involved!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch, Fiona. Our whole team appreciates it! Glad we got to give you a thrill. :)

[@sherrisnyder7093]

This is my second time watching this film. I especially love the powerful performances. Great job, Maggie and others!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Sherri, thank you so much for watching again to support us here! So great of you to be such a friend to indie film! And to me!

[@sherrisnyder7093]

@@maggiemccollester4015 The cinematography is beautiful too.

[@Spacejockey426]

Well produced short film! The only issue I had was the bit of heavy-handed emotion in the scene with her father toward the end. Other than that, this was well done! Have some lingering questions, though. . . . She saved her daughter, her father and the boyfriend. This will cause ripples in time, for which there may well be consequences, both for the good and the bad. I could see a sequel short to this wherein Dr Cynthia Nelson has to confront the consequences of her selfish actions, as reality starts to unravel, possibly? Notice that she buried her research with her, and did not destroy it . . .. In a sequel short, perhaps as she realizes that reality is teetering on the edge of destruction, she goes to dig up her her research - and in doing so finds that her body is gone . . . .

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching and for your nice feedback and thoughts. It's fun to imagine the story playing out that way.

[@JeffSchall]

My only complaint is that the grave she dug is way too shallow. As a scientist, should should know that anything more shallow than six-feet deep is likely to attract scavengers who will dig up the meat for food. Otherwise, good story.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

First, thank you so much for watching our film. And second, that is a fair point for sure. The film could get even darker if that happened... ha.

[@VDH1953]

I was reading through the comments before posting that same thought: sharp enough to unravel the secrets of time, but not to dig a half-decent grave. Quite enjoyable nonetheless.

[@astroboy90210]

I really love the twist. So excellent and thanks for sharing this wonderful short film.

[@yl0000]

If the present “she” hasn’t insist on going ahead with the research, the future “she” wouldn’t have been able to come back to save the daughter. For all that, she gets a noose around the neck. Also, there are many other ways to save the daughter that doesn’t involve anyone getting killed, such as disabling the boyfriend’s car. I think the future “she” is just selfish and wants to have a life that doesn't belong to her.

[@WPA33SC]

Yes, she destroyed the means that gave her the ability to come back and change history. She also changed the future timeline by saving the daughter and maybe boyfriend too that otherwise would have died. And if she now had children and then grandchildren... Time paradoxes can be complex.

[@tobe-you-tube6612]

She said she needed to clear her head

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film and sharing your thoughts. It's fun to read it got your imagination going.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@WPA33SC Indeed. Thank you for checking out our film. We all really appreciate it.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@tobe-you-tube6612 Thank you for taking the time to watch our film.

[@catherinebreitfeller669]

Never go walking/running alone nowadays. Too dangerous 😮

[@durasaxon5131]

This Science film had a built-in creepiness that permeated the second half of the film. She proved that space-time distortion was real but she ended up traveling into the past for the sole purpose of saving her daughter's life. She had to kill herself in the past as she traveled through time. Her computations were exact in her arrival in the past. This also contains elements of the space-time paradox. Excellent film. Acting was superb. The film itself kept me riveted to the edge of my seat. I did not know where the this story was heading. But it all became clear by the final credits. __________________________ ~ TIME ~ Falling through the glass grain by grain is time, unmeasured from the beginning to forever. When it stops for me or you it still goes on without us. To measure or to stop time isn't possible. So live your life to the fullest. If you are able to complete all that you set out to do? Time will have been filled with more than can be measured. © 1984 by Durasaxon / Richard S. All rights reserved.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Hello and thank you so much for watching our film. We're all so glad it thrilled you and kept you guessing. That's life, right? Also, your prose is very thoughtful. Well done to you, too.

[@dashdoggie]

Well, I thought I knew where that was going... until I didn't... interesting twist on a popular theme. Thanks.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for watching, Jed! We so appreciate the support. Great to hear we could surprise you, too. ;)

[@micknordstrom2591]

That was excellent! Great story, great acting and an end that one could understand!!!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

So glad you enjoyed it, Mick. Thank you very much for checking it out. Our whole team really appreciates it.

[@boltyboy]

Great little short. I watched in the middle of watching Black Mirror and it would have fitted right in

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching, and for your great feedback. We all appreciate it! That's a neat comparison. Thanks!

[@catherinebreitfeller669]

Doors locked & curtains on windows - always !!

[@thecluuchannel4705]

I wonder if the writer was respecting the old time travel rule of avoiding eye-contact with a version of yourself in another timeline. I notice New Cindy wore a mask so and remained behind Old Cindy during the act. New Cindy didn't see Old Cindy's eyes until after she was dead. Hmm.

[@michaelpfautz870]

You know I really enjoyed it she went back in time to get to relive her past now time travel won't exist but in the other time line her daughter and dad died from how I interpreted it. Very nice short film. Very good job cast and crew.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

We're so happy you liked it! Thank you for taking the time to watch and share your feedback. May the 4th be with you!

[@soccernerd]

Some really great and insightful comments here. Thank you!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Your direction and dark story can't help but shine, PPH!

[@baileyv.kowarsch4315]

Third time seeing this and I just love it! Great work to everyone!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Bailey! Thank you so much for supporting us here! It's so great of you. And it's such a thrill to know you've enjoyed it each time you've watched! You rock! :)

[@noelarthur4976]

Yea!!! Maggie and crew!!! Love seeing you create compelling content in my favorite genre. Very Philip K. Dick 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching, Noel! So great of you to support us here. Such a cool genre, agreed! Helps us all open our minds more. Thanks for your great energy and feedback! :)

[@HVAC356]

Simply nicely written acted and made.

[@audreytempleton4415]

This was good. thanks!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for taking the time to watch. We really appreciate it!

[@richparsons4205]

Excellent flick. Great job on so many levels! Kudos a best wishes on your future work!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film! We're so glad you enjoyed it. We appreciate your kind feedback very much.

[@EvantheEvolve]

Don’t mind me just coming to the comments in KZbin to help find out whatever it is the f I just watched and what it all meant

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for taking time to watch our film. It does require some focus. Many comments here will help answer your questions. Thanks again!

[@g.t.g1111]

Good Movie... All in less than 16 minutes. I wish I could return to the past. So Much I would change.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for checking out our film. And boy, I know what you mean. Glad you enjoyed this.

[@erinmcguire3885]

Great film! My dad loves the idea of time travel. I'll have to pass this on to him!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching! And for sharing, too! We all really appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@gabrielbronan7521]

I love how the film crew switch this film's genre from horror (in the first 7:45 minutes) to family drama for the rest 8 minutes while maintaining the sci-fi element. And also, the main actress managed to convincingly play two different versions of herself; the past where she looks a bit naive and the present where she's more worldly. I thought the killer is a Terminator-kind of assasin. And that murder scene, it felt too real and brutal. A great film overall ! But I'm worried there'll be kind of 'Project Almanac' situation in the protagonist future, iykwim

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film and for your thoughtful feedback. Our whole team really appreciates it, and are so glad you enjoyed it, even if it was uncomfortable at times. It does raise some interesting points like that... thank you for sharing.

[@gabrielbronan7521]

@@maggiemccollester4015 Wow, you are the main actress ! I don't really expect you or others that involved to response since I'm one year late. Thank you so much for the reply ! When I praise about the genre switch, I really mean it, because the thumbnail suggested me that it's going to be a fully horror film. Talking about being uncomfortable, I don't feel too disturb during that death scene. It's just I've watched a lot of horror/thriller films and I never expect the garrote here. But most importantly, you did a great job as the main actress. You've managed to portray two 'different' scientists. The present self looks naive but excited and the future self looks wise and done. Even the father notice this at the end. The make-up also looks realistic for someone who's only few older than her younger one

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@gabrielbronan7521 Really appreciate your kind feedback! Your excitement for the surprises and detailed work in our film are generous and rewarding to read. Make up props to Zoe Hogan! :) Many thanks again!

[@gabrielbronan7521]

@@maggiemccollester4015 You are welcome. What a wonderful reply ! Making good-quality films, even if they are short, is a daunting task, hence enthusiastic responses are needed :) I should've also praise the production crew for making a simple but brilliant set-up for a time travel films, but I was engrossed with the genre switch and your acting. I'm glad to know that your team really appreciate my feedback !

[@sylvainfrancoeur5905]

Very good work here. Remind me a lot of Fring ;)

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. So glad you enjoyed it! :)

[@alanafiala7310]

Loved this film. Looking forward to seeing more.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for going for the ride with us, Alana! So glad you liked it. We so appreciate your support and great feedback. :)

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Alana, thank you so much for making the time to watch. We certainly enjoyed the process of making it together. It's very rewarding to know you liked it, too. :)

[@Saudyization]

Saved the past future

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for watching our film. We really appreciate it!

[@rgarlinyc]

Parallel universes- I know I'm living in one. Maybe even two. Great film, excellent directing and acting and the script chills to the bone, 👏🏻👏🏻

[@maggiemccollester4015]

2 universes! Thank you - to you both! - so much for watching! ;) And for your really great feedback. So happy to hear you liked it - in this universe anyway.

[@rgarlinyc]

@@maggiemccollester4015 Ha ha, and I'm sure I'd have the same appreciation irrespective of universe inhabited! 😄 Thanks again, Roger

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@rgarlinyc :)

[@gtiboogiemann]

Amazing work everyone. Love the twist in the end.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Hi Steve! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our short and post your thoughts! I know Hamish really appreciates it - and the rest of us do, too! :)

[@aroundandround]

I used their particle displacement equation to go back in time and watch it for the first time all over again.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Ha ha. That's great. Thank you so much for watching - over and over and over and... ;)

[@aroundandround]

In the very first scene, I said she looks like a ghost herself.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Insightful... very cool.

[@WeOwnTheThought]

Another great story

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. So great to hear you enjoyed it.

[@Beatrizvillacorta]

This is exceptional !!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film and your wonderful feedback. So happy to know you enjoyed it.

[@ceciliaramos2280]

That was excellent!!!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for watching our film. We all appreciate that you took the time and shared your enjoyment of it. Cheers!

[@RockBandVlds]

Beautiful short! Very emotional. Amazing story.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! We all really appreciate it. So glad you enjoyed it and it moved you. Thanks for writing.

[@RockBandVlds]

@@maggiemccollester4015 if this a real account belonging to Maggie. You were amazing!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

@@RockBandVlds Real account! :) Thank you again for your kind feedback. Really means a lot.

[@donmuna573]

beautiful cinematography great pacing overall a job well done

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for checking out our film, Don. So great of you. Really glad you enjoyed it.

[@renviluan2842]

Love the acting and story!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching the film and commenting. Our whole team appreciates it. It's great to know you enjoyed it. :)

[@emmyashbaugh]

SO good 👏👏👏 bravo, everyone involved!! 💐

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film and share your reaction. Great to know you liked it. We all really appreciate it.

[@marybutton4873]

Fascinating. Maggie is superb!!!! Really well done. 👍

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching it, Mary! Hamish and I, and our whole team, really appreciate your support. So glad you had a good time with it. :)

[@NekaIvana87]

Omg probably my new favourite!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. So glad you enjoyed it so much. A win-win! :)

[@MargueriteFairProductions]

This is an amazing story!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film. We appreciate it and are so glad you liked it. :)

[@amydole]

Watched it twice and plan to share it with my film moving theater kid!❤

[@maggiemccollester4015]

You rock, Amy! Thank you so much for watching and being such a friend to indie filmmakers like us. So happy to know you're encouraging your film loving son, too! A Super Parent award to you.

[@user-fj8wj4yt6z]

Fantastic acting, music score and loved the script. Very unusual time traveling story and scary. Who was the real one, I think the mysterious one...

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you for making the time to watch our film, Guylaine! So great of you to support indie film - and me. So glad you liked it. XO :)

[@seanhudsonforester]

Very well done. Just like the 90's Outer Limits episodes. It was a good short.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Fun comparison! Thank you for checking out our film. We're so happy you liked it.

[@thecottageatwoodlandcorners]

Yeah, that would be incredibly dangerous technology. SPOILER... SPOILER... SPOILER... And I honestly thought it was going to end with her daughter sneaking out of the house.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch our film. We so appreciate it and your feedback.

[@singbookswithemily]

Great twist! Short films are a lot of fun. I enjoyed this one very much. Make more with Maggie McCollester!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Emily, thank you so much for watching and sharing your fabulous energy - and request! - with us! We're so happy you enjoyed it. And I'd be ever so happy to oblige. ;)

[@laoisesioal]

Class film! Such a pleasant surprise to see an Irish film on this channel!! ☘️☘️💚💚

[@Marissa-ys4qp]

without spoiling anything: why wear gloves, her daughter is oblivious, and if your neck hurts you can still use your legs and arms.....for those of you who have finished watching, you know what I mean

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching our film. We all really appreciate it. In a few words: it's a long way to travel, teenagers, and a total state of shock. ;)

[@mitseraffej5812]

She killed herself to save her child. Most parents love their kids more than life itself. The plot did however have a few logic holes in it.

[@johnhogdangerproductions]

Thanks for the comment. If you want to ask about the logic holes you had would be glad to explain them, if you are interested.

[@Cartier_specialist]

That is a really good one. I was apprehensive at first.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thanks for sticking with it! So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for checking it out. Our whole team appreciates it.

[@billywright7154]

Man...that was a really good one! Thanks!!!!!

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank YOU for watching our film. It's great to hear you enjoyed it so much. Thanks for sharing that - and for supporting indie film. Very cool of you.

[@mhjgh3834]

This short film is definitely one of the good ones.👍🏽💁🏽‍♀️🙂 It wasn't straight forward everything but it wasn't hard to get the point either.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you very much for watching our film. So glad you found it engaging and got it. We really appreciate the feedback.

[@jinsing21]

This was a really gripping and excellent short film! I'm glad I didn't watch it alone when I saw it for the first time! :) Congratulations to the production team, with special kudos to Maggie McCollester.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching! I know when one hears horror/sci-fi it's a bit scary...either you love it or not. Thank you for taking the risk with us. So glad you survived ;) and found enjoyment in it. And a special thank you back to you, Jin!

[@thijsjong]

I know people who life in an isolated area. They have a dog(s). Cameras connected to their phone. Motion detectors in home. A weapon:knife, taser, bearspray a knive. This gives a new meaning to burrying the past.

[@maggiemccollester4015]

Thank you so much for watching the film. Our whole team really appreciates it!

[@user-nn3dz4ok7z]

This was great! Loved the music by Christy Carew!

[@christycm5946]

love you sister!! Thank you!