But some aspiring filmmakers have tried shooting a short version of their feature instead.
But it can pan out; the feature filmWhiplashand the recent animated seriesScavengers Reignboth began as shorts.
Two films later, Blomkamp returned to that well.
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This time, not just with one short but with a full slate of them.
What Are Oats Studios' Shorts About?
However, in the Oats shorts,Blomkamp dials up the sadism even further.
Oats Studios presents a collection of visionary short films, each delving into unsettling and speculative worlds. With narratives ranging from post-apocalyptic survival to extraterrestrial encounters, the studio crafts compelling stories that blend horror, sci-fi, and dark fantasy.
Take “Rakka,” the short that’s typically given top billing among the set.
This excess sets the tone for everything that’s to come.
Thanks A24, I didn’t want to sleep anyway.
Frankly, they may deserve the win.
However,Sigourney Weaverleads a human resistance in a hopeless series of suicide missions.
“Firebase” is the most unique shortin the Oats Studios slate.
The overpowering grief transformed him into an invulnerable being hellbent on vengeance.
In many ways, it’s the most difficult of these shorts to pin down.
In “Bad President!
This version of God is an even worse leader than Bad President.
The Oats Studios Shorts Also Explore New Technology
Some of the Oats Studios shorts are animated.
It’s a sliver of world-building that doesn’t really go anywhere.
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“Adam” is much more substantial.
Across three episodes, it tells the story ofcyborgs with metal bodies and human brains.
How will that comeuppance be delivered?
Oats Studios shorts are available to stream on Netflix, withmore to explore on their YouTube channel.
