“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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