LOVE that design for the expanding protective pod ... An incredible concept, and perfect for protection on harsh planets when the need arises to tuck yourself away and stay cozy and safe until the danger passes ...
Thank you! It was truly a labor of love developing and filming that nifty little piece of tech. Didier and the manufacturing team really went above and beyond putting together the prop, the prototype, the miniature, and the expanded interior set piece!
This deserves way more views. A solid science fiction film. The plot was simple but well crafted. The lead role had no dialogue. It was entirely a physical role and impressively performed. The character was convincing at every step. The direction to inform that performance was clearly excellent. The vistas were cinematic as was the score. I know I'm a few years late but still ... this is a high calibre piece of work, congrats to all involved! 👏🏻😊
I don't think anybody knew what was going on to make it interesting. I lost interest a couple times because nothing happened. He wake up and eat , play with some sonar equipment then walk around in a desert. What was the point?
Thank you, that's wonderful to hear! If you could, we'd also love your feedback on our most recent (also sci-fi) release: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
WOW! This film was that of blockbuster quality. Original ideas and storyline. Would love to see a full film made out if this. Absolute perfection of a film.
"It appears to be distress signal Sir" "Boost signal gain and plot us a course number 1, we are obliged to investigate." How many times has that ended in tears in movies. Great concept, well crafted. I especially liked the cinematography changes after he engages in his... ahhh... unplanned sub-orbital descent maneuver...! Well done indeed. Two thumbs up.
Fantastic! Absolutely Fantastic! Bravo! This film managed to tell a truly unique and thrilling story without using a single line of dialogue. And that, strangely enough, is a feat many of Hollywood's films today cant achieve with a hundred page long script... Thanks a million to all of the talented individuals who worked on this project, I loved every minute of it!
Thank you so much! Feedback like this means the world to us; and keep an eye out for more stuff we've got comin' down the pike (we have a great many shorts and beyond in development at the moment 😁)
I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this! Cinematography was outstanding and the story was captivating - I think I held my breath the whole time he was in his sleep pod thing - brilliant - please can we have more???? 🥰
Thanks so much! We are indeed expanding on this project. A feature film is well into development, and I imagine if we have to wait *too* long before funding comes around, you may very well see another short within the Uncario universe. 😁
Sebastien's music score was a masterpiece and the heroin of Uncario's allure! Bravo Evelyn Stommel and a tip of the Fedora to Clifton Stommel, Mauricio van Hasselt, Leon van Waas, and all involved in the making of the reel Uncario.
Agreed! Sebastien is really something else. Honestly, I'm extremely proud to be working with absolutely everyone on this team. It's amazing to see what can be accomplished when a handful of masters of their respective crafts come together and share a vision.
Yep! The storm is a sort of supernatural, semi-sentient weather anomaly that seeks him out while he is in the planet. And when his signal tries to go to the base, it travels through the storm and gets projected to himself some days prior on the base.
Hey ,great achievement for a small crew and short film, kept me watching til the fin....Bravo... Steven Scampone ,Advanced knowledge San Diego California.
Really appreciate hearing that! And yeah, the soundtrack really holds the whole piece together; Sebastien and Didier worked very closely together in order to ensure all of the music interweaves with the visual narrative!
Good eye! It is indeed a bleak future where we've lost access to a great many digital triumphs. Time has not been kind to hardware, and slick UI is a luxury the dwindling system resources cannot afford.
Right? Leon did an amazing job! Really the whole cast and crew came together to accomplish amazing things from initial vision and pre-production all the way through post and final effects polish. Thanks for the positive feedback!
Haha, love this response! Well, there is a feature film in development; in the meantime check out our newest short film, Seized: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Yeah, we were going for the ultimate government / corporate work environment; just boiled down to its absolute bare necessities. Almost threw in a "Hang in there!" kitten poster, but figured that would be a bit TOO depressing for audiences.
This was amazing, what a wild ride! The story, effects, music, acting, everything was insanely well done I can't believe it was done by an indie studio, I can't wait to see what else you cook up
....thoroughly enjoyed this story. I am so amazed at what can be done in under 30 minutes. Again, the site location is captivating, like so many of these shorter story films how donyou find them. It is hard to believe that so many visually stunning locations exist. This one is exceptional, was it filmed? Great job, truly.
Thanks, Peter! The moon base was a set we built in a 2-car garage, believe it or not, with a few digital set extensions for the extra-large interior environments. And the part of the story that takes place planet-side is all shot in Iceland (over the course of a 1-week trip the cast and crew took there). We also did a one-location sci-fi film during the COVID-19 lockdown; just shot here at the Haus. Would love to get your opinion on the vibes and technical execution on this one too! ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
@@CliftonStommel I really liked this. The fear we build in our minds is better than anything displayed, the tension was great, "We are omnipotent." No need for too much drama, "We will just take you." In another life I would have gone into film making. The short film is a wonderful medium. Great, great work. Much of this response is to your latest offering. I liked the shadow.
Haha, we're getting quite a few video game related comments! As gamers ourselves (and big fans of old school scifi), we couldn't be happier with the vibes. Thanks for the comment!
Okay, lots of facts around the story are missing - and this exactly makes the short so incredibly good. Just concentrate on the core, the missing details just have to form the setting for the story. Incredible good film. ❤
Wow, Linda thank you so much! Hopefully the feature will get made someday soon (it's been written and developed already, after all). In the meantime, we welcome you to check out our additional films as they come out; we just released a new one a few days ago: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Thank you! And yeah the survival kit is something we're really proud of for sure. We've even had a few inquiries about mass-producing the backpack prop as a semi-hard-shell backpack for everyday use. Needless to say, the life support systems would be part of a much more expensive product than the one we've been asked to design. =P
The stuff planetside is Iceland (good eye!). The moon base was in our producer's garage (his wife is very patient lol). And the cockpit was in a flight simulator a friend of the director runs in Amsterdam. Oh yeah, and a miniature set we built in our back yard. URSA Mini Pro, Pro G2, and Pocket 4K, actually! Everything on the moon base was shot with Xeens, everything planet side was shot with Zeiss CP.2s.
@@tjpenton Potentially! We wanted to get it out and across channels as quickly and consistently as possible. The 4K version looks really good, and I'd hate to deprive anyone with a good setup from seeing it!
Thank you Matt Naylor! We are working on getting the feature film picked up (have a script, key scene /concept art paintings, workflow breakdown, budget, etc). COVID kind of put all of our prospective investors into hibernation lol. But while we wait! There are more short films, different stories of course, to come (one is making the festival rounds as we speak)!
@@CliftonStommel I feel you. Was in the exact situation for our feature. Investors went quite when Covid hit. Hope you get funded mate. It’s stunning work.
Like everyone else here, I thoroughly enjoyed this short. Who needs dialogue to tell a story?! Just one critique though, no helmet and he survived the crash? That shuttle was a total wreck! Don't stop making videos.
Damn, dude! This is good! Which camera did you use? How long did it take you to build that set? And was there any digital set extension through CGI involved?
Thanks Cj Kalandek! It was shot on a mix of URSA Mini Pro, Pro G2, and Pocket 4K. The set took about a month to build the set I think (maybe 3 weeks)? And yes there is digital set extension, but no green or blue screen! Everything you see is either physically there, or a matte painting extension. Didier will be doing some VFX breakdown videos later on his channel(s) and I'll be doing some kit breakdowns on mine. If you want to stay in the loop, you can add your email to our sign-up spot at uncariofilm.com/ and you'll get a notification whenever we start dropping BTS / making-of content (and which places they'll be viewable)!
**POTENTIAL SPOILER(S)*** That's pretty close to the idea! In this world we've certainly destroyed the planet to the extent that there is definitely a malevolent energy roaming the wastelands of Earth. Whether it be an anglerfish style lure or a temporal shift causing echoes through time: that beacon is not to be trusted!
Amazing work! The lighting and camera work was engrossing and the score matched the mysterious theme while still reinforcing the monotony. I LOVED the window seat shots with the actor in them, with his inner and outer gaze towards earth physically being the center of his small, otherwise lifeless world (heh) as well. I thought that the social isolation was a little flat, with a few moments or some dialogue by the intercom then I might have known if his life was intended to be that way or his obsession made him choose. The shot of his slouch spoke volumes about his distraction and discontent compared to his neighbors, as well as his nonconformity. I was hoping for a second to show a hint at why he was different. A choice to sit alone or leaving his seat with his head turned away while giving the impression that someone has joined him would have increased the sense of choosing isolation in service of an unhealthy obsession or a “citizen, unauthorized proximity” announced while turning around and stumbling after choosing a tray would have given the world an understandably unbearable feel. The dreams were tactile to the point of sensuality, so the chance to contrast that to the real world would have given it much more interest and dimension other than ‘he seems bored and unfulfilled’ (which admittedly was quite popular in the late 90s but seems stale now). But aside from that small nitpick, I thought it was incredibly good and very engrossing. I hope that you find success in getting it featured. I’m quite intrigued about how your script plays out. Even more how your team brings it to life. Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. Best of luck!
Kitty, this is wonderfully well thought out and clearly articulated feedback! You hit the nail on the head with pretty much everything we were going for, and the nitpick you speak of was subject of much discussion during pre-production and production; ended up going for what we aimed to be the 'sweet spot' between something the audience could interpret and what would be viewed just same-y sci fi story patterns. You taking the time to share your interpretation is very valuable for us as storytellers. If you have a chance, we'd love to hear your thoughts on our little quarantine sci-fi piece (80s themed) that we just released: Seized. Thanks again, either way!
Haha, pretty much. Speaking of lockdown, we'd love it if you took a moment to check out our actual lockdown / quarantine film, Seized: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
In response to those commenters always wanting a series a sequel . I only have this thought...these are short stories with a beginning middle and end. It's for you the viewer to fill in the blanks and enjoy what is presented and use your imagination to ponder and reflect on the messages the creators intended to impart...sooo dont be lazy and want things done for you thought for you and explained to you. Enjoy these fabulous shorts for what they are not desire what you think they should be...
Right on, Phil. We definitely built this short film to be a stand-alone piece, just like with Seized. That being said, we *are* doing more world-building with Uncario. With any luck there will be a feature film one of these days (and not one that just re-hashes the short film in a longer format!). Really appreciate you taking the time to type out your response. It really is nice to just enjoy a piece on its own merits. Generally positive though to see people so interested in wanting more! 🙂
Watching your nails grow is literally more exiting than this. It's just one endless, boring, long shot, followed by another. Taking some time to "build atmosphere" in like a two hour movie is fine. Making a short movie with nothing BUT long shots, is honestly not just lazy, but kinda taking the piss. I want my money back.
More of just those two things with the film we just released a couple days ago, by the way! ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html Would love to hear your thoughts!
it was no doubt interesting, but this can be improved in the story department, environments and atmosphere and color grading are all spot on, only if it had a little bit more captivating story. Like in a way related to human emotions a bit more it would have been a true masterpiece.
Well, if you enjoyed the time spent anyway, then we'll take it as a win! There are some others expressing frustration about it being too transparent a plot... hopefully we'll find the sweet spot in future films where it doesn't bore anyone while also being easy enough to understand! Would love your thoughts on this one we just released: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Hey Clifton, yeah, RUclips is being very weird lately. My comments post and when I refresh the page they are gone. But as long as you got them, thats all that matters. :)
A few folks seem confused; a few seem annoyed it's so clear to them. Difficult to please everyone! Some of the other comments outline what's happened. Would love to see how they explain it, if you were to ask them for a breakdown of the story (curious to see what details the "this is so obvious" crowd has picked up on; and if they are right in their assessment)!
Yeah, we get that from time to time! Interesting to see what people consider to be similar thematic / design elements between projects. Thanks for the reply!
Dear first congratulate you for tremendous film work. Excellent shots and very good art direction. It is possible we will work on an idea in co-production in Chile, very similar.Send me you are e-mail.
As is every 20 minutes! We're glad you took 20 of your minutes to spend them with us. Big up for sticking through it; speaks volumes to a person's character that they finished what they started.
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LOVE that design for the expanding protective pod ... An incredible concept, and perfect for protection on harsh planets when the need arises to tuck yourself away and stay cozy and safe until the danger passes ...
Thank you! It was truly a labor of love developing and filming that nifty little piece of tech. Didier and the manufacturing team really went above and beyond putting together the prop, the prototype, the miniature, and the expanded interior set piece!
@@CliftonStommeldarn it. Please make a sequel :)
This deserves way more views. A solid science fiction film. The plot was simple but well crafted. The lead role had no dialogue. It was entirely a physical role and impressively performed. The character was convincing at every step. The direction to inform that performance was clearly excellent. The vistas were cinematic as was the score. I know I'm a few years late but still ... this is a high calibre piece of work, congrats to all involved! 👏🏻😊
I totally agree with you. Like you, I too am a few years late. 😎
I don't think anybody knew what was going on to make it interesting. I lost interest a couple times because nothing happened. He wake up and eat , play with some sonar equipment then walk around in a desert. What was the point?
That's life for ya.
He was expecting a paradise and was lured into a trap. Messed up. Worth the watch.
I watched this short with my friend. We were so captivated by the atmosphere. Beautiful art. Congrats to everyone who created it.
Thank you, that's wonderful to hear! If you could, we'd also love your feedback on our most recent (also sci-fi) release: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
What a weird trip. Thanks, Starsieve, for the trip.!
Amazing job....Guys....Peace
That was EXCELLENT.
I did not see that coming. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Well done.
Also, I really want one of those rucksacks. 😀
Thanks! And haha, we may have to start manufacturing them; hearing a lot of people mention how they'd love to have one!
I clicked on this completely by accident.
I'm glad I kept watching!
Awesome, subbed.
We're glad, too! Hope you enjoy the films to come as well!
Just launched a new one a couple days ago (Seized).
WOW! This film was that of blockbuster quality. Original ideas and storyline. Would love to see a full film made out if this. Absolute perfection of a film.
We'd also love for that to happen. 😁
Wat een heerlijk beklemmende, futuristische SF film met een voortreffelijke rol van Leon van Waas.
"It appears to be distress signal Sir"
"Boost signal gain and plot us a course number 1, we are obliged to investigate."
How many times has that ended in tears in movies. Great concept, well crafted. I especially liked the cinematography changes after he engages in his... ahhh... unplanned sub-orbital descent maneuver...! Well done indeed. Two thumbs up.
Fantastic! Absolutely Fantastic! Bravo! This film managed to tell a truly unique and thrilling story without using a single line of dialogue. And that, strangely enough, is a feat many of Hollywood's films today cant achieve with a hundred page long script... Thanks a million to all of the talented individuals who worked on this project, I loved every minute of it!
I love short films. This is hands down one of THE BEST I have ever seen. I want this to win an Emmy. This was incredible.
Thank you so much! Feedback like this means the world to us; and keep an eye out for more stuff we've got comin' down the pike (we have a great many shorts and beyond in development at the moment 😁)
Outstanding!!! Thank you 😀
Thanks for the feedback!
I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this! Cinematography was outstanding and the story was captivating - I think I held my breath the whole time he was in his sleep pod thing - brilliant - please can we have more???? 🥰
Thanks so much! We are indeed expanding on this project. A feature film is well into development, and I imagine if we have to wait *too* long before funding comes around, you may very well see another short within the Uncario universe. 😁
A superlative short. Well done. Thankyou!
Sebastien's music score was a masterpiece and the heroin of Uncario's allure! Bravo Evelyn Stommel and a tip of the Fedora to Clifton Stommel, Mauricio van Hasselt, Leon van Waas, and all involved in the making of the reel Uncario.
Agreed! Sebastien is really something else. Honestly, I'm extremely proud to be working with absolutely everyone on this team. It's amazing to see what can be accomplished when a handful of masters of their respective crafts come together and share a vision.
Great job : )
Thank you!
Very slick, loved your effects and wardrobe
Thanks! VFX is all Didier and the costume / prop design was a collaborative effort between director and Studio Mensink.
Watched this again today. So good man. Hope to see more 👌🏼
Thanks, Jamie! Things are in the works (as always). Still looking for an opportunity for US to work together. 😉
so he's the one who actually sent the signal? is he was on a timeloop or something?
Yep! The storm is a sort of supernatural, semi-sentient weather anomaly that seeks him out while he is in the planet. And when his signal tries to go to the base, it travels through the storm and gets projected to himself some days prior on the base.
great cinematography
Thank you!
Hey ,great achievement for a small crew and short film, kept me watching til the fin....Bravo...
Steven Scampone ,Advanced knowledge San Diego California.
Thank you Steven! Especially knowing you watched through to the end (a rarity for YT audiences to be sure haha)
Great acting and super visuals. Thank you!
Much appreciated! The designs are all director Didier Konings. And our lead Leon van Waas really did a great job!
Well done! Very mysterious, including the soundtrack! Keep up the good work.
Really appreciate hearing that! And yeah, the soundtrack really holds the whole piece together; Sebastien and Didier worked very closely together in order to ensure all of the music interweaves with the visual narrative!
This cloud...
...that's where you upload your files to.
Good film.
Great. The G2 is very clean!
It really is!
Uncario: where moonbases run on DOS.
Good eye! It is indeed a bleak future where we've lost access to a great many digital triumphs.
Time has not been kind to hardware, and slick UI is a luxury the dwindling system resources cannot afford.
@@CliftonStommel Hahaha! :')
Still!. There's no place like home. That was a brilliant little production..
Thank you!
Amazing work!!!
Nog meer van dattum ,ben op mijn oude dag al lang liefhebber van Shorts sci-fi zeker een topper als deze toppie
Excellent Work!
Thank you very much! Would love to hear your thoughts on our other shorts as they come out (just released one a couple days ago, in fact)!
great work and great acting
Right? Leon did an amazing job! Really the whole cast and crew came together to accomplish amazing things from initial vision and pre-production all the way through post and final effects polish.
Thanks for the positive feedback!
What an achievement, thoroughly enjoyed it all.
Thank you!
Great film. Loved it to the end...
Glad to hear it!
Awesome. So cool! Greetings from Manila, Philippines!
this is one of the best short films i’ve ever seen! bravo!!!
Oh, that's so kind of you! Thank you!
There better be a part 2 somewhere,or I’m gonna cry! I’ll stamp my feet and hold my breath,and wave my arms! Pls,oh pls tell me there is more of this!
Haha, love this response! Well, there is a feature film in development; in the meantime check out our newest short film, Seized: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
I won't throw a tantrum but I want more of this too! May there be More of This for future enjoyment!! May we All Do Better moving Forward Together
Very well made. 👍10/10
Thank you thank you!
Held my attention and I truly enjoyed it.
Hey, that means a lot! Holding anyone's attention is a big deal these days. Hopefully you'll come back to check out our next film!
Very poignant and timely. Bravo.
Thanks, Robert!
This was amazing! Thank You ❤️
Thank YOU!
Saw this a couple of years ago, very nice short piece. That station is so grim, it's as though they designed it to crush the soul.
Yeah, we were going for the ultimate government / corporate work environment; just boiled down to its absolute bare necessities.
Almost threw in a "Hang in there!" kitten poster, but figured that would be a bit TOO depressing for audiences.
Opinion hunt and search Earth,where they from most intriguin,for sceptical person.........! I love this one
Thank you for the feedback!
This was amazing, what a wild ride! The story, effects, music, acting, everything was insanely well done I can't believe it was done by an indie studio, I can't wait to see what else you cook up
Thank you so much! Super excited for everything in the works; can't wait to hear everyone's feedback on our next flagship showcase. 😁
....thoroughly enjoyed this story. I am so amazed at what can be done in under 30 minutes. Again, the site location is captivating, like so many of these shorter story films how donyou find them. It is hard to believe that so many visually stunning locations exist. This one is exceptional, was it filmed?
Great job, truly.
Thanks, Peter! The moon base was a set we built in a 2-car garage, believe it or not, with a few digital set extensions for the extra-large interior environments.
And the part of the story that takes place planet-side is all shot in Iceland (over the course of a 1-week trip the cast and crew took there).
We also did a one-location sci-fi film during the COVID-19 lockdown; just shot here at the Haus. Would love to get your opinion on the vibes and technical execution on this one too! ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
@@CliftonStommel I really liked this. The fear we build in our minds is better than anything displayed, the tension was great, "We are omnipotent." No need for too much drama, "We will just take you."
In another life I would have gone into film making. The short film is a wonderful medium.
Great, great work. Much of this response is to your latest offering. I liked the shadow.
Great Film! One of my top favs.
His armor looks like from Fallout 76. I was seeing a big head of a cat in window of backpack. 🤣
Haha, we're getting quite a few video game related comments!
As gamers ourselves (and big fans of old school scifi), we couldn't be happier with the vibes.
Thanks for the comment!
really well done!
Thanks, Robin!
Awsome short love it. Very good film making skills ypu guys have, everything was on point 👍🏻✌🏼🥰
Thank you so much!
Absolutely first rate!!!
Thank you Eddie, that means so much!
incredible!!!
very nicely done. Ty
Thanks!
good stuff, nicely paced and intriguing...
Thank you!
Okay, lots of facts around the story are missing - and this exactly makes the short so incredibly good. Just concentrate on the core, the missing details just have to form the setting for the story. Incredible good film. ❤
Fantastic!
Thanks, Lin!
CV-19 lockdown has its advantages....como este ! Way 2 go , massive fan of ! Tarra 😷....👋👋👋🇬🇧
Haha, that it does! Check out this piece we did as well (if you have a moment to kill, of course): ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Wow, that was good.
Thanks, Geneva! If you have a chance, we'd love your feedback on our latest release: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Absolutely amazing I did not want this to end, this could be a full-length movie.More, More, More. Brilliant !!!
Wow, Linda thank you so much! Hopefully the feature will get made someday soon (it's been written and developed already, after all).
In the meantime, we welcome you to check out our additional films as they come out; we just released a new one a few days ago: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Love this so well done
Thank you, Gary!
Just seen it, Amazing movie! Story, Visuals, Sound, The Whole Package! Congratzz Didier and The Crew!👊😎♥️🔥⭐
Many thanks, NINJAKEES!
Great visuals on the planet. Planet gear was very cool.
Thank you! And yeah the survival kit is something we're really proud of for sure. We've even had a few inquiries about mass-producing the backpack prop as a semi-hard-shell backpack for everyday use.
Needless to say, the life support systems would be part of a much more expensive product than the one we've been asked to design. =P
Amazing all around! Awesome set design as well. Iceland? BMPCC4 or 6k? Which glass?
The stuff planetside is Iceland (good eye!). The moon base was in our producer's garage (his wife is very patient lol). And the cockpit was in a flight simulator a friend of the director runs in Amsterdam. Oh yeah, and a miniature set we built in our back yard.
URSA Mini Pro, Pro G2, and Pocket 4K, actually! Everything on the moon base was shot with Xeens, everything planet side was shot with Zeiss CP.2s.
@@CliftonStommel Nice! Will you ever upload it in 4k? Thought I recognized that crashed plane from Iceland ;) Cheers.
@@tjpenton Potentially! We wanted to get it out and across channels as quickly and consistently as possible. The 4K version looks really good, and I'd hate to deprive anyone with a good setup from seeing it!
Amazing job...Peace
Thank you! Peace. :D
1 SUB MORE 1 LIKE MORE. Well done, well done. And for the music 10/10.
Thanks so much! That means the world to all of us who worked on this project! And there are many more films and videos to come!
KUDOS TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED including the commenters! I liked it.
Thank you Doug! Check back for more short films when you get a chance (we just dropped one a couple days ago)!
Love it!
Thanks!
Gorgeous cinematography; really well done. Is there a part 2?
Thank you Matt Naylor! We are working on getting the feature film picked up (have a script, key scene /concept art paintings, workflow breakdown, budget, etc). COVID kind of put all of our prospective investors into hibernation lol.
But while we wait! There are more short films, different stories of course, to come (one is making the festival rounds as we speak)!
@@CliftonStommel I feel you. Was in the exact situation for our feature. Investors went quite when Covid hit. Hope you get funded mate. It’s stunning work.
Very very good
Like everyone else here, I thoroughly enjoyed this short. Who needs dialogue to tell a story?! Just one critique though, no helmet and he survived the crash? That shuttle was a total wreck! Don't stop making videos.
Although rare, a few motorcyclist without will survive a horrific crash even without wearing a helmet so this is plausible.
It's a PSA about seat belt safety. 😉
Excellent
Exceptional.
Only complaint, I'm having a hard time making out much of what the intercom is saying.
It drones on about his daily activities. Like he was in jail or prison.
@@JOBRAIL1 thankyou
@@JOBRAIL1 or on a spaceship.
Superbe, merci.
Thank YOU!
Huh? What did I miss?
Damn, dude! This is good! Which camera did you use? How long did it take you to build that set? And was there any digital set extension through CGI involved?
Thanks Cj Kalandek! It was shot on a mix of URSA Mini Pro, Pro G2, and Pocket 4K. The set took about a month to build the set I think (maybe 3 weeks)? And yes there is digital set extension, but no green or blue screen! Everything you see is either physically there, or a matte painting extension. Didier will be doing some VFX breakdown videos later on his channel(s) and I'll be doing some kit breakdowns on mine.
If you want to stay in the loop, you can add your email to our sign-up spot at uncariofilm.com/ and you'll get a notification whenever we start dropping BTS / making-of content (and which places they'll be viewable)!
@@CliftonStommel Okay. Thanks for the reply!
@@CliftonStommel Everything was massively impressive!! I thoroughly enjoyed this movie!
Looks like gray goo was luring people to Earth to eat them and copy their distress signals to lure more. Am I right?
**POTENTIAL SPOILER(S)***
That's pretty close to the idea! In this world we've certainly destroyed the planet to the extent that there is definitely a malevolent energy roaming the wastelands of Earth. Whether it be an anglerfish style lure or a temporal shift causing echoes through time: that beacon is not to be trusted!
Amazing work! The lighting and camera work was engrossing and the score matched the mysterious theme while still reinforcing the monotony. I LOVED the window seat shots with the actor in them, with his inner and outer gaze towards earth physically being the center of his small, otherwise lifeless world (heh) as well. I thought that the social isolation was a little flat, with a few moments or some dialogue by the intercom then I might have known if his life was intended to be that way or his obsession made him choose. The shot of his slouch spoke volumes about his distraction and discontent compared to his neighbors, as well as his nonconformity. I was hoping for a second to show a hint at why he was different. A choice to sit alone or leaving his seat with his head turned away while giving the impression that someone has joined him would have increased the sense of choosing isolation in service of an unhealthy obsession or a “citizen, unauthorized proximity” announced while turning around and stumbling after choosing a tray would have given the world an understandably unbearable feel. The dreams were tactile to the point of sensuality, so the chance to contrast that to the real world would have given it much more interest and dimension other than ‘he seems bored and unfulfilled’ (which admittedly was quite popular in the late 90s but seems stale now).
But aside from that small nitpick, I thought it was incredibly good and very engrossing. I hope that you find success in getting it featured. I’m quite intrigued about how your script plays out. Even more how your team brings it to life. Thank you so much for sharing it with the world. Best of luck!
Kitty, this is wonderfully well thought out and clearly articulated feedback! You hit the nail on the head with pretty much everything we were going for, and the nitpick you speak of was subject of much discussion during pre-production and production; ended up going for what we aimed to be the 'sweet spot' between something the audience could interpret and what would be viewed just same-y sci fi story patterns.
You taking the time to share your interpretation is very valuable for us as storytellers. If you have a chance, we'd love to hear your thoughts on our little quarantine sci-fi piece (80s themed) that we just released: Seized.
Thanks again, either way!
Awesome!!!
I know right? Crazy good! 😁
We are the 👽
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Just another day in lockdown.
Haha, pretty much. Speaking of lockdown, we'd love it if you took a moment to check out our actual lockdown / quarantine film, Seized: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
In response to those commenters always wanting a series a sequel . I only have this thought...these are short stories with a beginning middle and end. It's for you the viewer to fill in the blanks and enjoy what is presented and use your imagination to ponder and reflect on the messages the creators intended to impart...sooo dont be lazy and want things done for you thought for you and explained to you. Enjoy these fabulous shorts for what they are not desire what you think they should be...
Right on, Phil. We definitely built this short film to be a stand-alone piece, just like with Seized. That being said, we *are* doing more world-building with Uncario. With any luck there will be a feature film one of these days (and not one that just re-hashes the short film in a longer format!).
Really appreciate you taking the time to type out your response. It really is nice to just enjoy a piece on its own merits. Generally positive though to see people so interested in wanting more! 🙂
Watching your nails grow is literally more exiting than this. It's just one endless, boring, long shot, followed by another. Taking some time to "build atmosphere" in like a two hour movie is fine. Making a short movie with nothing BUT long shots, is honestly not just lazy, but kinda taking the piss. I want my money back.
Grass is greener. Bullshit. Thanks for the life lesson. Good video.
Suspense plus.🛸🖖🏼
More of just those two things with the film we just released a couple days ago, by the way! ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Would love to hear your thoughts!
I swear i spend more time watcjong sci fi shorts than actual full lenght films...that says a lot for the filmmakers who produce these...bravo.🫡
Wo bleibt die Fortsetzung ?
Sehr gut gemachter Film 👏👏👏🤌👍🙏
Dreams are made of wishes and fears. He lives only while he sleeps.
it was no doubt interesting, but this can be improved in the story department, environments and atmosphere and color grading are all spot on, only if it had a little bit more captivating story. Like in a way related to human emotions a bit more it would have been a true masterpiece.
Ya, great job! Don't understand anything that happened or why. Totally confused!
Well, if you enjoyed the time spent anyway, then we'll take it as a win!
There are some others expressing frustration about it being too transparent a plot... hopefully we'll find the sweet spot in future films where it doesn't bore anyone while also being easy enough to understand!
Would love your thoughts on this one we just released: ruclips.net/video/VKfCXpJoItk/видео.html
Hey Clifton, yeah, RUclips is being very weird lately. My comments post and when I refresh the page they are gone. But as long as you got them, thats all that matters. :)
Much appreciated, Doug. =)
Perfect.
Amazing
Many thanks!
I don't get it...?
A few folks seem confused; a few seem annoyed it's so clear to them. Difficult to please everyone!
Some of the other comments outline what's happened. Would love to see how they explain it, if you were to ask them for a breakdown of the story (curious to see what details the "this is so obvious" crowd has picked up on; and if they are right in their assessment)!
@@CliftonStommel
Gotcha, ok I'll give it a shot...
For some reason this has a ‘Death Stranding’ feel to me…pretty cool.
Yeah, we get that from time to time! Interesting to see what people consider to be similar thematic / design elements between projects.
Thanks for the reply!
@@CliftonStommel fantastic work, it’s always a thrill to see those elements which you would expect in gameplay brought out cinematically in RL, Bravo!
Every cabin supplied with its own Mac Plus.....
Retro tech is all that survives. You know! Sci-fi rules!
@@CliftonStommel along with being fixable with a big old soldering iron!
Spooky good! Thanks
Thank *you* CJR!
Where was the rocky world with the pillar stone (14:19) filmed?
Everything planetside was filmed in Iceland!
Dear first congratulate you for tremendous film work. Excellent shots and very good art direction. It is possible we will work on an idea in co-production in Chile, very similar.Send me you are e-mail.
Mauricio Santos! Thank you for the kind feedback! My email is my first name at StommelHaus.com
Feel free to hit me up!
Life is a dream at the end of life we convince ourselves is so real, it becomes real.
You disrespect life... I bet you believe in heaven too, as they all disrespect life.
@@PrivateSi This statement makes no sense.
@@drophammer776 .. I hope you are talking about the OP, his lack of vital punctuation, and La La Land delusional madness and not my statement!
Well thtat was 20 minutes of my life I will never get back.
As is every 20 minutes!
We're glad you took 20 of your minutes to spend them with us. Big up for sticking through it; speaks volumes to a person's character that they finished what they started.