Archie, Bald

Archie has been isolating in his messy apartment after contracting COVID-19. His partner, James, refuses to come over despite the mandatory isolation period ending, as he is ‘much too busy’ to get sick. As Archie bums around his house, eating takeout and watching conspiracy theory documentaries, he becomes more and more convinced that he has Long COVID, to which he attributes many strange symptoms. Archie’s condition continues to worsen, all the while James’ replies become more bitter. Feverish, confused and rattled by his relationship falling apart, he starts struggling to perceive reality.

Or, perhaps, he isn't as alone as he thought he was...

  • Will Guthleben
    Director
    Qualifications
  • Will Guthleben
    Writer
    The Show Must Go On, Qualifications
  • Lachlan Wylie
    Producer
    The Show Must Go On
  • Adrian Glen
    Key Cast
    "Archie"
  • Jack Slade
    Key Cast
    "James"
  • Simeon Pento
    Key Cast
    "Dr Richie Razul"
  • Video Nasty
    Production Company
    The Show Must Go On
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    11 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    October 11, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    1,800 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • SOCCIES - USYD Film Society
    Sydney
    Australia
    October 6, 2022
    Unfinished Preview Screening
    WINNER - Best SFX
  • Newcastle International Short Film Festival
    Newcastle
    Australia
    November 18, 2022
    Australian Premiere
    WINNER - Best Australian Short Horror Film
  • 4theatre Selection
    Online
    January 3, 2023
    FINALIST - Low Budget Short / Best Poster
Director - Will Guthleben