Florida School Number 4891

An idyllic future where children are protected from the dangers of free speech at school.

  • Parissa Pirouzan Glaser
    Director
  • Michael Glaser
    Writer
  • Parissa Pirouzan Glaser
    Producer
  • Michael Glaser
    Producer
  • Katie Payne
    Key Cast
    "Teacher #122917"
  • Leah St. Onge
    Key Cast
    "Parent #1"
  • Daniel Noble
    Key Cast
    "Parent #2"
  • Gregory Mohn
    Cinematography
  • Marcus Lawson
    Composer
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 14 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 3, 2023
  • 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:
    No
  • Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival
    Fort Lauderdale
    United States
    November 7, 2023
    World Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival
    Tampa
    United States
    December 9, 2023
    Winner — Best Short Screenplay
  • Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival
    Tampa
    United States
    December 9, 2023
    Nominee — Best Florida Short
  • Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival
    Tampa
    United States
    December 9, 2023
    Nominee — Best Sci-Fi / Fantasy Film
  • Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival
    Tampa
    United States
    December 9, 2023
    Nominee — Best Effects
  • Central Florida Film Festival
    Mount Dora
    United States
    January 21, 2024
    Official Selection
  • Love Your Shorts Film Festival
    Sanford, FL
    United States
    February 18, 2024
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Parissa Pirouzan Glaser

Parissa Pirouzan Glaser is an Iranian born and raised filmmaker. Prior to pursuing her dream of making films she worked at some of Silicon Valley's most revered tech companies such as Google, Uber and Pinterest where she led international launches and expansions.

Parissa strives to create thought provoking films that address the significant underrepresentation of women from the Middle East in Western media. It is her belief that authentic storytelling can foster meaningful connections and challenge preconceived notions, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate society.

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Director Statement

Being from Iran, I know all too well the dangers of censorship and how it can gradually turn into an authoritarian force that would negatively impact all facets of society, art, literature and life. We made this film to show, through humor and the innocent point of view of children, how such imposed guidelines can affect individuals’ critical thinking, self expression and their ability to interact with one another.

As Florida Filmmakers we also wanted to honor and support our LGBTQIA+ community and the passionate teachers who are doing their best to teach and nurture all children while being caught in the crossfire of our Governor's political ambitions.