Machination
“Machination” will take you inside the mind of James, who acts out his evil fantasies onto those who are involving themselves in evil deeds. Through mesmerizing cinematography, creative direction and story, this film will beguile you into the main character’s mindset.
A cautionary tale of love lost, lust found, pride, and revenge. “All concerns of men go wrong when they wish to cure evil with evil.” -SOPHOCLES
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Michael Thomas CoxWriterAmerica's Got Talent, Parks and Rec., How To Get Away With Murder, Aquarius, American Rescue Squad, Charlie, U-Brew
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Michael Thomas CoxDirectorAmerica's Got Talent, Parks and Rec., How To Get Away With Murder, Aquarius, American Rescue Squad, Charlie, U-Brew
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Elliott GraberExecutive ProducerThe Music Box (Musical), The U-Brew
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Elliot DivineyProducerAmerican Rescue Squad, Potpourri, In Harms Way
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Seng SoumpolpakdyProducerCharlie, Dinkytown Documentary
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Brandon Van Vliet (Restraining Hollywood)ProducerAmerican Rescue Squad, In Harms Way, Potpourri
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Elliott GraberActorModern Family & The New Girl (TV Series), Iron Man 3, American Rescue Squad
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Caitlin CollinsActorUp On The Wooftop, Revenge (TV Series)
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James PorterActorStrange Nature
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Project Type:Short
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Runtime:18 minutes 41 seconds
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Completion Date:December 1, 2013
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Production Budget:5,000 USD
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:United States Minor Outlying Islands
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:RED SCARLET
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Film Color:Black & White and Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Twin Cities Film FestivalMinneapolis, MN
October 20, 2014
North American Debut -
RAW AwardsMinneapolis, MN
December 1, 2013
North American Premiere
Best Film Maker of the Year (2013)
Michael Thomas Cox grew up watching movies and television all the time. His parents could not restrict his love for movies, even at a young age. He started acting in high school and then more in college. As time went on, he began to develop more interest in film, especially behind the camera. Today, he is finishing up his BA in Theatre at Metropolitan State University and is continuing his film career in Los Angeles, CA.
Have you ever wondered what goes on the mind of a mentally disturbed man? Ever wanted to look deep within his thoughts and see what goes on in his mind? The bewilderment of pain and curiosity constantly contradicting each other? We present, “Machination”.