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Cookie Logic

TIME TRAVEL, PARADOXES... OH, AND A COOKIE

A young scientist studies the mechanics of time travel by having a conversation with a group of her future selves.

  • Kaden Vasquez
    Director
  • Rylee Spaulding
    Director
  • Kaden Vasquez
    Writer
  • Rylee Spaulding
    Producer
  • Kaden Vasquez
    Producer
  • Jonah Norcross
    Producer
  • Lauren MacLeod
    Key Cast
    "The Scientist ( ONE / TWO / THREE / FOUR / FIVE )"
  • Kaden Vasquez
    Key Cast
    "Radio Host (Voice)"
  • Kaden Vasquez
    Editors
  • Jonah Norcross
    Editors
  • Rylee Spaulding
    Editors
  • Simon Browning
    Composer
  • Caleb Hemsworth
    Audio Supervisor
  • Ana S. Mayes
    Production Designer
  • Shelby Byrd
    Behind the Scenes Photographer / Videographer
  • Kelli Norris
    Acting Doubles
  • Shelby Byrd
    Acting Doubles
  • Maggie Norris
    Acting Doubles
  • Ana s. Mayes
    Production Assistants
  • Shelby Byrd
    Production Assistants
  • Maggie Norris
    Production Assistants
  • Kelli Norris
    Production Assistants
  • Benjamin Briggs
    Production Assistants
  • Carrie Johnston
    Production Assistants
  • Jackson Kennemer
    Production Assistants
  • Simon Browning
    Production Assistants
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi, Complex, Cerebral, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 22 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 12, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    400 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Abilene Christian University
  • 2023 ACU FilmFest
    Abilene
    United States
    April 14, 2023
    World
    Best Director, Best Actress, Best Editor, Best Production Designer
  • Boomtown Film and Music Festival
    Nederland, Texas
    United States
    February 24, 2024
    Nederland
    1st Place Student Short, Official Selection
  • What Will They Think of Next Film Festival
    Austin, Texas
    United States
    November 20, 2023
    Austin
    Official Selection
  • Rivercity Underground Film Festival
    San Antonio, Texas
    United States
    January 13, 2024
    San Antonio
    Official Selection
  • Panther City Film Festival 2024
    Fort Worth, Texas
    United States
    July 19, 2024
    Fort Worth
    Best Leading Performance in a Short, Best Texas Short Nominee, Filmmaker of the Year Nominee, Best Visual Effects Nominee
  • ATX Short Film Showcase Season 3
    Austin, Texas
    United States
    August 25, 2024
    Austin
    Best Sci-Fi/Fantasy Short Nominee, Best Student Short Nominee
  • SAFILM San Antonio Film Festival 2024
    San Antonio, Texas
    United States
    August 4, 2024
    San Antonio
    Official Selection
  • Red Dirt Film Festival 2024
    Stillwater, OK
    United States
    April 19, 2024
    Oklahoma
    Official Selection
  • Waco Independent Film Festival 2024
    Waco, Texas
    United States
    July 20, 2024
    Waco
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Kaden Vasquez, Rylee Spaulding

Kaden Vasquez is a senior physics major who spent his high school years studying the craft of film.
Rylee Spaulding is a senior computer science major who spent his high school years with a great love for theater. The duo met at Abilene Christian University, where they have continued to pursue these passions through their university's film competition.

Cookie Logic is Spaulding's directorial debut, and the duo's first venture into the festival circuit.

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Director Statement

"I've always been passionate about telling stories that blend my loves of philosophy and science. I think there is a certain existential struggle that comes with learning more about the world. Cookie Logic was my way of capturing that journey."
- Kaden Vasquez

“I think when we try to tell stories about complex ideas and ask questions without answers, we can often feel lost and hopeless. Cookie Logic is our reminder to enjoy the journey through the unknown. If we are to wander, why not revel in it.”
- Rylee Spaulding