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
    Support the filmmakers by rating Laboratory Conditions on IMDB www.imdb.com/title/tt6956566"
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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
    @user-gj7hx4ry3g Před 10 měsíci +278

    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
      @vincemartinez171 Před 3 měsíci +1

      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.

  • @threth5176
    @threth5176 Před 11 měsíci +416

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

    • @yomogami4561
      @yomogami4561 Před 9 měsíci +67

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

    • @billygarcia9885
      @billygarcia9885 Před 5 měsíci

      ⁠@@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
      @pathutchison7688 Před 5 měsíci +9

      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
      @martijn_yt Před 5 měsíci +4

      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
      @drinnerd8532 Před 5 měsíci +5

      @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!

  • @fetmar
    @fetmar Před 11 měsíci +557

    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
      @meisbackforever Před 10 měsíci +29

      ​​​@@thebanned2807it's a film...

    • @bongwater2482
      @bongwater2482 Před 10 měsíci +7

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

    • @bongwater2482
      @bongwater2482 Před 10 měsíci +15

      @@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
      @anhtuannguyen2641 Před 10 měsíci +21

      ⁠@@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
      @ernestolopez8463 Před 8 měsíci +5

      @@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
    @DavidFourteen Před 11 měsíci +474

    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
      @digitalmarketingexperts3204 Před 11 měsíci +6

      we can make it happen if we want

    • @babagalacticus
      @babagalacticus Před 10 měsíci +4

      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
      @bekind816 Před 10 měsíci +6

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

    • @gipsydanger5020
      @gipsydanger5020 Před 7 měsíci +4

      @@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
      @fonkenful Před 6 měsíci +3

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

  • @cineffect
    @cineffect Před rokem +697

    I've watched lots of shorts on CZcams, 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
      @dionst.michael1482 Před rokem +4

      Marry it why doncha

    • @Henry-ij7rd
      @Henry-ij7rd Před 11 měsíci +1

      Agreed 100%

    • @TheReaverOfDarkness
      @TheReaverOfDarkness Před 11 měsíci +4

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

    • @mehmeh533
      @mehmeh533 Před 10 měsíci +1

      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
      @viorelgheorghe9772 Před 10 měsíci +1

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

  • @returnofthegoth2220
    @returnofthegoth2220 Před rokem +542

    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
      @JoeRussellProductions Před rokem +14

      Thanks for the high praise!

    • @maliwilliams7262
      @maliwilliams7262 Před rokem

      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
      @the-engneer Před rokem +8

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

    • @tkaki6029
      @tkaki6029 Před rokem +2

      Super A List cast.

    • @woodrowwilsoniii8354
      @woodrowwilsoniii8354 Před rokem +7

      @@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 😭

  • @XITroll13
    @XITroll13 Před 10 měsíci +55

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

  • @tootiejo857
    @tootiejo857 Před 10 měsíci +144

    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
      @johnstrawb3521 Před 8 měsíci +5

      @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
      @tootiejo857 Před 8 měsíci

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

    • @codenamejinza
      @codenamejinza Před 7 měsíci +15

      @@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
      @bub777 Před 6 měsíci +2

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

  • @sumboide4204
    @sumboide4204 Před rokem +527

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

    • @ravenblackwing7888
      @ravenblackwing7888 Před rokem +26

      There never is ☹️

    • @theRATking4379
      @theRATking4379 Před rokem +26

      part 2 requested

    • @Leandro-X.2024
      @Leandro-X.2024 Před 11 měsíci +9

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

    • @k3rc4
      @k3rc4 Před 11 měsíci +10

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

    • @Leandro-X.2024
      @Leandro-X.2024 Před 11 měsíci +17

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

  • @madnessbydesign1415
    @madnessbydesign1415 Před rokem +347

    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
      @merchantfan Před rokem +7

      Yeah Paulo was great in his part too

    • @VREEDBOY
      @VREEDBOY Před 9 měsíci +2

      Aunt may whyy??😂

  • @kevinrandall4344
    @kevinrandall4344 Před 8 měsíci +60

    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
      @themug406 Před 5 měsíci +3

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

    • @DanYHKim2
      @DanYHKim2 Před 3 měsíci

      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.

  • @Dicegirl13
    @Dicegirl13 Před 7 měsíci +9

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

  • @marylouclemente1079
    @marylouclemente1079 Před rokem +177

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

    • @maliwilliams7262
      @maliwilliams7262 Před rokem +3

      "CERN"?

    • @kamikeserpentail3778
      @kamikeserpentail3778 Před rokem +5

      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
      @EatAllDaHumans Před rokem +12

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

    • @kayknouse2855
      @kayknouse2855 Před rokem +1

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

  • @thetenthplanet_
    @thetenthplanet_ Před rokem +192

    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
      @AdarshKumar-nj7rp Před rokem +2

      You should check out Kane Pixel on CZcams.

    • @thetenthplanet_
      @thetenthplanet_ Před rokem +2

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

    • @aluminiumnaughty7122
      @aluminiumnaughty7122 Před rokem +1

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

    • @theatog
      @theatog Před rokem

      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
      @aluminiumnaughty7122 Před rokem +1

      @@theatog what?

  • @milvagiselle685
    @milvagiselle685 Před 5 měsíci +9

    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.

  • @pep6354
    @pep6354 Před 11 měsíci +42

    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
      @Ogrematic Před 11 měsíci +1

      Cabin In The Woods.

    • @uncletimo6059
      @uncletimo6059 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Ogrematic no, it was not that

    • @Ogrematic
      @Ogrematic Před 9 měsíci +1

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

    • @AAJalandoon
      @AAJalandoon Před 8 měsíci +1

      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
      @Ogrematic Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@AAJalandoon Ghost?

  • @MMAGamblingTips
    @MMAGamblingTips Před rokem +31

    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
      @JoeRussellProductions Před rokem +5

      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
      @MMAGamblingTips Před rokem +2

      @@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
    @TheGreenhillsCyclist Před rokem +251

    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!!!!!

  • @Lord_Taron_Texas
    @Lord_Taron_Texas Před 8 měsíci +21

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

  • @rnrhodes9256
    @rnrhodes9256 Před 5 měsíci +5

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

  • @alexdfan_43
    @alexdfan_43 Před rokem +356

    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
      @somecallmetim4490 Před rokem +33

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

    • @alexdfan_43
      @alexdfan_43 Před rokem +4

      @@somecallmetim4490 IKR?! 🤣

    • @somecallmetim4490
      @somecallmetim4490 Před rokem

      @@alexdfan_43

    • @alexdfan_43
      @alexdfan_43 Před rokem +1

      @@somecallmetim4490LOL 🤓

    • @silvercenturion4214
      @silvercenturion4214 Před rokem +1

      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.

  • @traviswilliams3323
    @traviswilliams3323 Před rokem +218

    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
      @Zionswasd Před rokem

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

    • @jerome5120
      @jerome5120 Před rokem +6

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

    • @Darkseid300
      @Darkseid300 Před rokem

      She could possibly be part of death

    • @fukpoeslaw3613
      @fukpoeslaw3613 Před rokem +6

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

    • @KosMik_Skul
      @KosMik_Skul Před rokem +62

      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.

  • @greenstone85
    @greenstone85 Před 8 měsíci +3

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

  • @keithcourson7317
    @keithcourson7317 Před 4 měsíci +3

    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!!!

  • @Rari1022
    @Rari1022 Před rokem +61

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

  • @CommonSenseRevolution
    @CommonSenseRevolution Před rokem +63

    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!

  • @thevoiceofreason8240
    @thevoiceofreason8240 Před 7 měsíci +2

    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.

  • @jackc3205
    @jackc3205 Před 11 měsíci +5

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

  • @juliesvendsen6393
    @juliesvendsen6393 Před rokem +17

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

  • @brucenatelee
    @brucenatelee Před rokem +66

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

    • @jomontanee
      @jomontanee Před rokem +3

      It is a movie. Only the length is short.

  • @JHJHJHJHJH
    @JHJHJHJHJH Před 11 měsíci +5

    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
      @JHJHJHJHJH Před 11 měsíci +2

      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
      @TayWoode Před 4 měsíci +1

      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.

  • @martywittenberg1427
    @martywittenberg1427 Před 28 dny +2

    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.

  • @gilbertovalenzuela2319
    @gilbertovalenzuela2319 Před rokem +44

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

    • @huelu982
      @huelu982 Před 11 měsíci

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

    • @rako333
      @rako333 Před 11 měsíci +1

      watch Martyrs

    • @gilbertovalenzuela2319
      @gilbertovalenzuela2319 Před 11 měsíci +1

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

  • @thaddeuslyons3367
    @thaddeuslyons3367 Před rokem +14

    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!

  • @pr1ssycr1ssy
    @pr1ssycr1ssy Před 8 měsíci +5

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

  • @Aylott
    @Aylott Před 11 měsíci +3

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

  • @thefatman69dude
    @thefatman69dude Před rokem +49

    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
      @maxsecrest Před 10 měsíci

      John Cusack was really good

  • @abbymaddox7689
    @abbymaddox7689 Před rokem +25

    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.

  • @thecow7296
    @thecow7296 Před 8 dny

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

  • @paulc14
    @paulc14 Před 5 měsíci +2

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

  • @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.

  • @nicolasdebenning4216
    @nicolasdebenning4216 Před rokem +65

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

  • @davidmitchell5750
    @davidmitchell5750 Před 8 měsíci

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

  • @BuddyBlueHeart
    @BuddyBlueHeart Před rokem +50

    This needs to be a full movie.

  • @renekingfisher9065
    @renekingfisher9065 Před rokem +20

    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!!!

  • @pattiray8542
    @pattiray8542 Před 9 měsíci

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

  • @electriccoconut
    @electriccoconut Před 5 měsíci +1

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

  • @ChuckTaylor1993
    @ChuckTaylor1993 Před rokem +24

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

  • @corvettestingray271
    @corvettestingray271 Před rokem +13

    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
      @JoeRussellProductions Před rokem

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

    • @TheListenerCanon
      @TheListenerCanon Před rokem

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

  • @jennl8921
    @jennl8921 Před 3 měsíci +1

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

  • @thishollowhill
    @thishollowhill Před 3 měsíci +1

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

  • @danieldevito6380
    @danieldevito6380 Před rokem +51

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

    • @JoeRussellProductions
      @JoeRussellProductions Před rokem +1

      Thanks for revisiting and commenting!

    • @RPRosen-ki2fk
      @RPRosen-ki2fk Před rokem +2

      Got to agree, the film is simply riveting.

    • @danieldevito6380
      @danieldevito6380 Před rokem +1

      @@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
      @danieldevito6380 Před rokem +1

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

    • @JoeRussellProductions
      @JoeRussellProductions Před rokem +1

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

  • @cassandraalls5633
    @cassandraalls5633 Před rokem +22

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

  • @gustavohenriquejunkes3276
    @gustavohenriquejunkes3276 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @user-wh4rw1qb7o
    @user-wh4rw1qb7o Před 10 měsíci +1

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

  • @Cr4sh0v3rRide
    @Cr4sh0v3rRide Před rokem +8

    This needs to be a full length film.

  • @mikehickey7383
    @mikehickey7383 Před 6 měsíci +2

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

  • @lraven888
    @lraven888 Před 11 měsíci +1

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

  • @grahamyoung5356
    @grahamyoung5356 Před rokem +23

    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
      @ellawhite322 Před 7 měsíci

      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.

  • @lynseybancroft452
    @lynseybancroft452 Před rokem +13

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

  • @longlostkryptonian5797
    @longlostkryptonian5797 Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @ricrojas4840
    @ricrojas4840 Před 29 dny

    Wow best one so far! We need a part 2!

  • @mrch33sehed93
    @mrch33sehed93 Před rokem +24

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

  • @ZeroArtsMade
    @ZeroArtsMade Před rokem +18

    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.

  • @stephenscott5044
    @stephenscott5044 Před 8 měsíci

    This was exceptional! Great job all of you!!

  • @IHitANazi
    @IHitANazi Před 10 měsíci +6

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

  • @prettyinpink2842
    @prettyinpink2842 Před rokem +12

    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. 🖤💕🖤

  • @LindaB651
    @LindaB651 Před rokem +12

    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
      @themug406 Před 5 měsíci +1

      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

  • @axelamps1279
    @axelamps1279 Před 11 měsíci

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

  • @calzman
    @calzman Před rokem +15

    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
      @themug406 Před 5 měsíci

      A full length movie would not be great

  • @petejames1326
    @petejames1326 Před rokem +3

    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

  • @bbloggins8490
    @bbloggins8490 Před 8 měsíci +1

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

  • @mattlong4102
    @mattlong4102 Před měsícem

    woah!!!! best horror short in a long time for me. Bravo, excellent!

  • @bill1498
    @bill1498 Před rokem +5

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

  • @Robie212002
    @Robie212002 Před rokem +10

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

  • @AllinWhenPlaying
    @AllinWhenPlaying Před 9 měsíci +1

    This is a better show than anything created in the past 10 years, incredible quality!

  • @SuperSunburn
    @SuperSunburn Před měsícem

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

  • @cathytrottier8944
    @cathytrottier8944 Před rokem +4

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

  • @moisesd5459
    @moisesd5459 Před rokem +7

    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!

  • @Turtlpwr
    @Turtlpwr Před 4 měsíci +1

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

  • @bgimagesound
    @bgimagesound Před 7 měsíci

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

  • @SarahDuke01
    @SarahDuke01 Před rokem +9

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

    • @jadedandbitter
      @jadedandbitter Před 10 měsíci +4

      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
      @MarsFKA Před 8 měsíci +1

      @@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.

  • @ashleekoberna5686
    @ashleekoberna5686 Před rokem +64

    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!

  • @drinnerd8532
    @drinnerd8532 Před 5 měsíci

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

  • @aLex93so
    @aLex93so Před 9 měsíci

    Bravi! I discovered your channel a few days ago and I CAN'T STOP watching your shorts! Keep up a great job!

  • @leonardromaniello
    @leonardromaniello Před rokem +12

    I absolutely loved it. One of the best short horror films I've ever seen.

  • @TheTriptamineDream
    @TheTriptamineDream Před 11 měsíci

    Been watching these like crazy. This is one of the best.

  • @simonl4523
    @simonl4523 Před rokem +6

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

  • @brucewillis1236
    @brucewillis1236 Před 8 měsíci

    One of the best shorts I've ever seen on CZcams or anywhere else

  • @shmookins
    @shmookins Před 3 měsíci +1

    Big production for a short.
    Well done.

  • @skynotaname2229
    @skynotaname2229 Před rokem +4

    What I love about this is your short films are so well done they could be full length movies. In my opinion that also just shows how unnecessary it is for all stories to be an hour and a half long. If this was a movie we'd find out all about the doctor, the man, each of the supporting characters, they'd stretch out her hunt for the body. And finally, in the final 5-10 minutes of runtime they'd maybe show us what happened when they opened the box.

    • @BrownsdragonStudios
      @BrownsdragonStudios Před 3 měsíci

      Yeah, just imagine if people started treating every minute in a movie as valuable as a short film, I bet these movies would feel so much more substantive. I think it also shows that the "rules" of traditional storytelling aren't meant to be followed strictly. In this short, I didn't need a long intro (or exposition whatsoever) to the doctor protagonist because I learned a lot about her through the actions she took and the words she choose to say.

  • @nicholehyman8873
    @nicholehyman8873 Před rokem +4

    We need a part 2... Maybe 3,4,5, and 6 too. This was one of the best ones I've seen.

  • @GoldenTV3
    @GoldenTV3 Před 8 měsíci +2

    "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

  • @tubeyoupal
    @tubeyoupal Před 7 měsíci +1

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

  • @MISTERKIC
    @MISTERKIC Před rokem +4

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

  • @walterpost9073
    @walterpost9073 Před rokem +4

    A very suspenseful and atmospheric movie. The people who made it should definitely continue

  • @Mashy8722
    @Mashy8722 Před 11 měsíci

    Omg more, more!!!! I would TOTALLY watch a full length movie!

  • @adriansmit3570
    @adriansmit3570 Před 25 dny

    🤯 That was awesome! Please do the sequel.

  • @wmperkins25
    @wmperkins25 Před rokem +12

    Great short film- frightening and leaves you wanting more -wonderful performances by both Minnie Driver and Marisa Tomei and the rest of the cast !!

  • @bwang4005
    @bwang4005 Před rokem +11

    This is the type if film I live for. Thank you, it was wonderful 👻