Project Detail

Ozma

Synopsis

Jeff, an insomniac, discovers a mystical jellyfish creature one night in the alley by his house. Jeff, who’s haunted by the loss of his wife, reluctantly helps the strange being as it tries to escape the two hostile police on its trail.
With themes of loss, memory and duty, the monochromatic film mixes experimental elements with nods to silent film, film noir and 1950s b-movies. Its dreamy feel is heightened by the frequent appearance of musicians who provide a live musical commentary to the action.

Details

Year
2023
Type of project
Features
Running time
81 min
Format
4K
Director
Keith John Adams 1st Feature
Producer
Keith John Adams
Co-Producer
Caroline Topouzoglou, Gemma Saunders
Editor
Keith John Adams
Screenwriter
Keith John Adams
Director of Photography
Keith John Adams
Production Designer
Keith John Adams
Sound
Keith John Adams
Composer
Keith John Admas
Principal cast
Ferdy Roberts, Eva Magyar, Gemma Saunders, Victoria Moseley, Jun Noh, Alice Margaroli, Lynn Ruth Miller.
Sound and Production Assistance
Caroline Topouzoglou, Gemma Saunders, Chris Branch, Tom Haines

Production Status

Production Company

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