Sci-Fi Short Film: "Spoiler" | DUST

[@DThron]

So glad so many folks are enjoying this; thanks from everyone on the team for checking it out! I'm Daniel, the writer/director - please feel free to AMA about the production. And to the many folks who have said this should be a show - I COULDN'T AGREE MORE! :D

[@DThron]

@@PlanetEarth3141 Haha YES! Best response yet! Thanks for taking a look PE - I'm hopping on that turtle script tonight!

[@cajltd1737]

Conflicted about giving it a Like, because the story was so awful, but everything was so well made (acting, cinematography, etc.).... So in the end I gave it a Like.

[@erich930]

Dude, you can't be doing this to me at 11:50 pm! Though, I guess it's my fault I watched it so late at night...

[@DThron]

@@erich930 Haha sorry (and thanks! :) )

[@joeb4142]

Excellent in every way - script, casting, acting, music, editing, direction. Best to you and your future projects!

[@SynthoidSounds]

By far the best variation of a "zombie" story production I've seen yet, compressed into a 15 min short. Remarkably well done, glad the ending came out as it did, certainly among the best selections that DUST has presented so far (and I've seen quite a few of them).

[@waynemyers2469]

The only thing left to do is to join my voice to the many, many others who ran the gauntlet of emotions and responsibilities and consequences presented by this beautifully executed film. Congratulations, I think you're on your way to a bright, creative future.

[@jamiepatterson1214]

Well done by everyone involved, showing the fear, heartache, and desperation that's involved in trying to keep the infection from spreading. Had to be draining on everyone, to have such a level of emotions throughout the filming to make it all seem real.

[@lukealbright8815]

Worked on this film... and it's such a wonderful group of people that any of the emotional drain was immediately re-charged by the camaraderie

[@barryr666]

One of the best indie short films I've seen. Storyline, acting, technology all 10/10.

[@patriotronin7098]

OMG, that was top shelf, awesome and moving. No cheese and the actors were really good. Dust stepped it up with this one. Great job Daniel! I want to see more of your work.

[@gaelsdottir5046]

Perhaps because I am old (boy howdy am I old), I don't want to edit this, extend it, or tell anyone involved in it what they should do next. I simply took it in, twice, once for the story and once for the art. Enjoyed it immensely, just as it is, as the writer/director, videographer, actors and soundtrack composer (and all the people leaning in HARD, right behind them) came together to create it. It is a gem, all on its own. If it leads to something more, that's wonderful. But I remember Night Gallery, and The Outer Limits, and the Twilight Zone, and the full length films "The Martian Chronicles" and "The Illustrated Man". They were all wonderful anthologies; every tale told was perfect exactly as it was. I grew up on science fiction short stories. I remember. Sometimes, perfect is good enough ;-). This is every bit as good as Serling's adaptation of Lovecraft's short story "Cool Air", which, for me, has never been surpassed. This. Is. A. Treasure.

[@DThron]

I'm a huge fan of everything you are listing here; thanks so much for the kind words. Night Gallery, Outer Limits, and TZ formed my childhood, and I wonder if you and I might be the only folks on KZbin who remember the TV movie of Martian Chronicles - the crystal mask and the platonic-shape stones of mars are burned into my mind forever :) So glad you enjoyed the short!

[@cliffontheroad]

@@DThron Don't go putting human faces on spiders from another planet. Please. But if you ever film the monster lurking in our ceiler, I'll watch and finally know what he looked like.

[@trcaggiano]

WOW!!! Excellent, had my full-on attention! great storyline, great acting, very well done...breathtaking and very suspenseful!! Thank You!!

[@lerkkweed]

This may be the best DUST I've seen. So nice to have a coherent story for a change. Michael Faradie is utterly extraordinary: a sublime but understated humanity.

[@lukealbright8815]

Mikey is great in this... and a wonderful human being.

[@professord1522]

Cherish the small victories, literally (saving the baby) and figuratively (another potential outbreak contained). Great video!

[@mauricioparra407]

I loved every minute of it. I like how they reimagined a zombie infection in a world where we didn't find a cure, but we found a way to keep it under control

[@thetalkingshrimp5683]

Well done, you set a background for this film: An existing set of protocols, encapsulated apartments, action plans when infection is triggered, an over zealous G-man, an agent who wanted to save on to the little humanity he had left, all in a few minutes, but I'm sure this has been in your head (and heart) for much longer than that.

[@m.d.7281]

I definitely want more from this guy. Fantastic work. That was as top quality as any full length feature film. Unknown actors who performed like A listers. Great tension, great dialogue, terrifyingly relatable story... More please.

[@zlrprops]

What an incredible production! I can totally see this becoming a series, and I truly hope someone out there does turn it into one! It would be HUGELY popular!

[@TJ-fg3vs]

Bloody brilliant! Such a refreshing take on the zombie genre, I honestly don't think I blinked whilst watching this fabulous short. The script was extremely well written, with enough hooks to keep me on the edge of my seat and the fantastic cinematography, added a gritty realness many Hollywood blockbusters fail to capture. The acting by the main character was especially inspired, managing to effortlessly portray a character struggling to hold on to his humanity in a post apocalyptic society. I would genuinely love to see this short developed into a feature length film! 🤩

[@DThron]

Thanks so much TJ!! :)

[@eliterry2593]

Hands down one of the best short films! This needs to be a series or movie! Amazing acting, plot, directing - want to see more!!

[@renekingfisher9065]

This should be made into a movie. This was done really well and to only see the one zombie and how they contained the situation, was by far, the best zombie movie, short movie, whatever you want to call this, in quite some time. It was intense all the way through!! Good job. Hope to see more!

[@blacksiddha]

That was an excellent variation on the "zombie apocalypse".. well acted and heart felt.

[@elithunder]

Great film! I was definitely wrapped up in the characters, the dilemma and the outcome! Well done!

[@georgeknox1822]

That was immense . Better production than most Hollywood movies with a very emotional story (that’s what Hollywood lacks) superbly acted . Bravo !!!

[@professord1522]

The cost of victories, big and small. Well done!

[@JasonBechtelTeaches]

gripping! i was literally gripped by this! i couldn't look away or stop watching until it was over. amazing.

[@deanbarnette1602]

I think I've committed on this before but I have to again, this magnificent, the actors were completely on point & the execution of the story & the filming was absolutely amazing, I loved it all the way through even though it was heart breaking to see the father to give up his own life to save his child. 💜💯

[@lukealbright8815]

I keep coming back to this film... such an original spin and beautifully executed story.

[@vicenterodrigues4843]

Very solid. Writing, acting and visual effects.

[@CannonRanger1]

Wow. Talk about a heart wrenching situation for all. I'll be digesting this one (no pun intended) for quite a while. Fantastic job!

[@ehcmier]

I would love to see this concept get expanded upon! The possibility of a feature-length movie helmed by Mr. Thron is very tantalizing! I'm so happy to see that Dust has given Spoiler a wider audience.

[@B30pt87]

Wow! That was really good. Completely believable.

[@heribertorivera6519]

how and where did you get so many good actors? Wow, I couldn't get my eyes off of the film cause everyone on the video made me feel like it was really happening!!! Amazing👏Excellent work 👏 What a great production, outstanding directing, I just can't believe that you can do such an unbelievable job in 16 minutes, wooow!!! It should be made into a series or a movie, seriously man. As soon as I finish writing this comment, I'm going to watch it again ☺

[@smeggerssmeghead3100]

That was absolutely brilliant, it had far more emotion than a Hollywood epic

[@gregheyheyhey]

Wow, this was one of Dust's best.

[@maruiscordier2042]

There are quite a few productions this year that Dust posted and I must say this production was one of those productions that you wish could have been an actual tv series. It's fresh and original and it's not that watered-down Zombie apocalypse type of story. If this was a TV series this would be a winner for sure. The acting in my opinion was equivalent to a high-budget show. A job well done to the cast and crew

[@irena4545]

Wow, that was intense! Superb work, with a lot of thought put into the functioning of a society under the threat of zombie infection, nothing like the generic stuff usually associated with the genre, not a single dead beat - really awesome writing!

[@thedutchonequestioneveryth4128]

Very good acting. Very good storyline...hits emotional. This one is among the gems of DUST

[@GreatGreebo]

Excellent job! I wish you could make this into a show!

[@flexx770]

You had me at the sirens and bell going off... loved the lockdown protocol and can actually see that possibly existing in the future, somewhere on the globe. "Let's do the movie"

[@heribertorivera6519]

This is my second comment because I can't believe how GOOD this short film is! Hollywood got nothing on you Daniel, you are a genius! To be able to project and transmite so many feelings and emotions in 15 mins is incredible. Kudos to the actors 👏 👏👏 hats off to everyone involved in this movie. I will definitely follow your work from now on Daniel, I sure will 🤩👍

[@DThron]

:) Thanks Heriberto!! Yeah, I'm really proud to work with these insanely talented folks - we've all known each other for years, so we help one another out on projects all the time. So glad you liked the film, and thanks for all the kind words!

[@davidkaether4997]

Great drama. This one lured me in and kept me me glued to the screen.

[@janbadinski7126]

Well done. Great plot, very sad, well acted. Thanks for the upload.

[@johnstevens395]

WOW !!!!!!!! better than anything I have seen in a theater in years.

[@benhansford4290]

Ahhh! My new favorite short on Dust. Could watch about 100 more episodes of this.

[@mischkaaf5172]

This was a good one! I recommend even if don't like zombie type stuff. It's not typical zombie'sh instead it's thought-provoking in a different way.

[@lukealbright8815]

Agreed... think that's what makes it so compelling

[@clasqm]

That ... is the best presentation of the zombie trope I have ever seen.

[@Bichonben1963]

That was a fantastic film and the acting was amazing, better than most zombie films I have seen, so atmospheric. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@roccov3614]

I love the way the doctor gave the father a last chance to be a hero and save his child, instead of assuming that he would try to save himself and doom them all as a result.

[@larsharris]

I suspect the father knew. IF he went in room. They would just burn that room as well. His child would then die. He was dead either way.

[@DANSORIA]

Variable de Zombies muy buena! Bien dirigida, montada y actuada! Felicitaciones!👍

[@TheRealMrCods]

Wow, Talk about impressive writing, directing and acting. Well done to all involved.

[@DigitalNomadCEO]

Why can't there big studios come up with this quality storyline? Amazing short film.

[@kollinmurphy117]

Neat lil Movie. First time I've been able to complete one of these low budget productions. So that in itself says something. I was blown away that the acting was good. Better than most NETFLIX shows. Some great similarities to present time. I give this one an A. I don't hand out Bs or As very often. Worth a watch

[@keithfarrington8179]

sometimes the hardest thing to do is the right thing to do

[@spiritangel1367]

That was awesome. I was captivated from the beginning to the end. Please say that ur going to do a continuous of this. Please.

[@ncclelland]

Really enjoyed the whole thing. The last shot in the car was incredibly impactful.

[@DThron]

So glad you liked it Ross - it's my favorite thing in the film; Michael Faradie is just an incredible actor and he absolutely destroys in that scene; I'm so lucky to work with that guy.

[@Hyakman5408]

One of the best films that I have watched in a very long time :) Thank you, and well done!

[@TravisNunes]

This looks CRAZY! I’d love to see this been an actual series

[@29lookingood]

Excellent 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. The score, script, location, atmosphere, the actors, all spot on 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💙

[@tisstuart]

There is still several feet worth of my guts you people could've finished tearing out of me.

[@thaska6106]

Congratulations, I'm still in shock. Unique terror sci-fi piece here, very unique. Huge job. It has not been the first time that it has happened, the futuristic security devices, the alarms connected by routers, the self-locking of homes, the organization, identification and discarding of buildings due to risk and the coordinated response of the authorities are, from my point of view, security protocols on known events. The virus has all the earmarks of being a laboratory virus, surely weapons. The role of Coroner Rossman and deciding who lives and who doesn't, frankly difficult and hard. Security in the private sphere decided by the public administration.

[@Dave3Dguy]

Highly original for the genre and excellently made. So much emotional punch for a short! Dust now added to my apps!

[@frocurl]

Sweet things is good. Controlling the zombie outbreak before it kills everyone.

[@matthewdenckla6567]

Feature length excitement in a short WITH AN ENDING! Well done and more, please!

[@mothermakeup7481]

I thoroughly enjoyed this concept! The storyline and acting was great!

[@cyq0557]

As a parent,this was not just intense but very emotional to watch..well done to the cast of this episode,surely would make a very good show or movie. hands down!!

[@williamarbaugh6704]

That was one of the most compelling things I've seen on this channel. Holy cow. Well done.

[@wwiewolle5849]

Wow...this is one of the best short films I've ever seen on DUST! Bravo...👌👏👍

[@foxfiretales9273]

Simply magnificently done, in every way. If you loved this, I recommend checking out the book Feed, by Mira Grant (and her whole Newsflesh series,) about a modern world with this sort of zombie virus. To @Daniel Thron, the writer/director: my highest praise and thanks for this film!

[@DThron]

Thanks so much Foxfire Tales! Will pick up Feed right now!

[@christianleonardotalarico7080]

Bravo to whole Team! Excellent job! Moving film👏🏼👏🏼🔥🎞️😎👌🏻

[@livenbelieve4819]

That was a spaceship? In the sky just a second before the 2 doctors were driving home ? Yes, it is definitely a mini-series / movie / show. Excellent in every category! 👍😎👍

[@thewalkindude7716]

Man, this hit me right in the feels 😕

[@sethaldarith6778]

Well done, Dan & Team!

[@rudevalve]

Certified Gold!!!!!

[@itaigurira21]

Brilliant! Plot, acting and especially ending

[@MikeRenouf]

Superb work from writer cast and crew!

[@v.syndication]

Show, don't tell. Nicely done.

[@Zizhou]

I totally agree! This film trusts that the audience is going to be able to connect the dots without having to explicitly spell things out, and is free to just dive into the thick of it without having to wait for exposition. People act and sound pretty natural, like we really are just getting a glimpse into this day to day.

[@jatindersingh1400]

Fantastic master piece!

[@unclemikecruz]

And well done in this production. 👍

[@chickenfire8]

Brilliant!!! 👏. It was captivating. I’d love to see this as a series or a movie! Please make that happen! I didn’t want it to end.

[@AppNasty]

Holy shit. 10/10.

[@acovenofmany333]

Wow!!! Deserves a tv show!

[@GDeNofa]

This could definitely and should be a series. Amazing job all around.

[@qwipperty]

Definitely agree! Perfect setup for a series.

[@GDeNofa]

@Axel XIV definitely! The characters and the plot had me the moment it started.

[@jenesisjones6706]

NO! Short pieces like this are stand alone...that is the whole point of DUST. *sighs*

[@GDeNofa]

@@jenesisjones6706 most of stories from DUST are single pieces. However this one has the potential to tell more stories based on the concept.

[@danielhanawalt4998]

Very well done. Pulled me in and held on to the end.

[@Soocom1]

The pickup after the fact is a constant theme in many modern Hollywierd stories. Knowing the back story as flashbacks in a series along with contextual storylines will help. fire lock safe like apartments, the legislation needed, the creation of the different services, the social impacts, all such angles would lead to a hell of a series and one that I would watch with signs of hope over total end of the world situation.

[@larspregge6420]

Simple Answer: A real Great movie.

[@richardborba8183]

This was a good short. Think about making it a series. 🤷👍💯

[@johnathancorgan3994]

11 years old and still fresh.

[@TheMiaoussa]

Exell!!!!vraiment merci beaucoup!!!!!!!

[@dejanandjelkovic7636]

"I have a dream that one day I'll be the first to comment!" ... 🤣🤣🤣

[@cyrild.3205]

One of the best of the year !

[@1girl4you1000times]

It's not so much the story that's exceptional, but the way it's done, the camera work. The drama and emotionality is maximally condensed, just so that one can still bear it without burning out. Of course, a long movie could not be made like this all the time, no viewer could stand it. So here's a short, punchy trip with a long reverberation.

[@jamesmorgan1063]

Intensely suspenseful and satisfying.

[@joeyj6808]

Great film! Really well done.

[@Aidan_Eh]

this was an excellent post apocalyptic short... its more real than most of the fake ones that are floating around on the internet ... id definitely watch the full movie of this one.. that cute lil vid at the end with the medic holding that baby... epic ending to a GREAT short this gets a thumbs up from me... 😎👍

[@johnl4469]

Damn, that was well done. Without a doubt, the best I've ever seen. Congratulations to all involved. 10/10

[@johnl4469]

@@PlanetEarth3141 1. The first word in your sentence in the context used is spelt "you're". 2. I was commenting on a short film on Dust. 3. Your comment shows a real lack of good manners on your part and 4. I am not in the least interested in your misspelt uneducated opinion.

[@ursiemay]

Compelling viewing.

[@belfordmcpimface3482]

Interesting take on the Zombie Apocolypse... what if we won? How would we mitigate outbreaks? Neat idea.

[@prodigalpastor2258]

Damn! Kk that was amazing!!

[@JT91Collector]

Excellent short film everyone. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@ouimetco]

Very well done

[@dnisey64]

Wow!!! Earth's future in under 20 mins.

[@ljprep6250]

That just might have been a worse plague than the dread Covid19 bug.

[@michellehertzberg8045]

VERY WELL DONE

[@Mil-Spec_Mike]

As a father, I found this very difficult to watch. I also felt great emotional understanding in the father character. One thing I would have added.... A small flash into the future where the doctor was celebrating Emma's birthday, and she says to him "I love you Dad"

[@DThron]

This is a really lovely idea! Thanks so much for checking it out, and, as a father myself, I'm really happy it connected for you - thanks for sharing this!