“Pulse” by Richard J. Dubin
Beyond the Short Official Premiere
In near future 2028, a mesmerizing seemingly-sentient bubble appears in the sky, emitting pulsations of energy and a mysterious mist that encapsulates the planet and plunges humanity into a psychedelic journey, while simultaneously disabling all electronics, akin to a massive EMP.
‘Pulse’ chronicles humanity’s 10-day (10-episode) climb to peak effect halfway through their journey and return to baseline by the 10th day. Amid the upheaval, Luka—a mid-30s man grappling with deep- seated pain, finds himself navigating a deteriorating long-term relationship while unexpectedly rising to the helm of a global revolutionary movement. As traditional power structures falter, the old guard struggles to maintain the status quo, and an underground group of self-proclaimed truth-seekers seize an opportunity to reshape the world.
As the transformative effects of the ‘Pulse’ begin to wane, it becomes clear: the old ways are irreversibly altered. Future seasons explore the rebirth of society, focusing on personal enlightenment, societal upheaval, and the pursuit of a harmonious future. This series offers a glimpse of humanity’s potential, contained in moments of profound chaos, infused with dark humor, and punctuated with flashes of global utopia.
CREDITS:
Creator & Story by Al LaFleur
Written by Al LaFleur & Richard J. Dubin
Directed by Richard J. Dubin
DP// Jon Schweigart/ @jonschweigart
Editor// Nicoletta Hanssen/ @nicolettahanssen
Produced by @area59films & CrossCut Films
Trailer Editor// Scott Praun/ @skot_media
Starring:
Erik Palladino/ @erikpalladino
Emma Kotos/ @emmakotos
Al LaFleur/ @al4lafleur
Nicoletta Hanssen/ @nicolettahanssen
Irene Georgian/ @georgerianirene
Annalee Autumn/ @annaleeautumnactor
Saerla Krolikov/ @rabbit.blood
Tack Sappington/ @tack.24
Joey Disorbo/ @joeydisorbo
Zelda Kimble/ @zelda.kimble
Yvette Richardson
Michael Keyes/ @keyesy_
Richmond Keeling/ @richmond.keeling
Background Artists:
Dane Halvorson/ @bigskydane
Ida Espevik/ @idaespevik
Constance Brenner/ @constance.brenner
Cassandra Crotzer/ @cassiecrotzer
Nicholas Sayed/ @nicholasayed @unhingedintellectualgri
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