MindMaze

MindMaze is a psychological thriller following Lucy, a young woman who leads a secret life running a drug business on the dark web.
While on a hiking trip with her boyfriend Carl and friends, they all take LSD, causing Lucy’s perception of reality to unravel. What starts as a fun, psychedelic experience quickly spirals into a disturbing chain of events, where Lucy begins to suspect that her friends are conspiring against her.
As Lucy struggles to escape, the lines between reality and hallucination blur, leading her to make desperate decisions.

  • Paul Turpin
    Director
  • Paul Turpin
    Writer
  • Paul Turpin
    Producer
  • Amanda O. Storaunet
    Key Cast
    "Lucy"
  • Thor Normann
    Key Cast
    "Carl"
  • Magnús Blöndal
    Key Cast
    "George"
  • Idar Kirkerud
    Key Cast
    "Daniel"
  • Rebekka Solbakk
    Key Cast
    "Julia"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    18 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    1,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Norway
  • Country of Filming:
    Norway
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Grønnskerm
    Oslo
    Norway
    September 11, 2024
    Grønnskerm Vega Scene
Director Biography - Paul Turpin


I’m a filmmaker who’s spent the last two years deeply immersed in writing, directing, and producing short films. I’ve written about ten scripts so far and have had the chance to produce and direct five of them. Right now, I have one finished project and four in the final stages of post-production, which feels like a huge milestone. What’s been especially rewarding is that I’ve been able to self-finance all my projects and work with some really talented people in the process.

I love the process of creating films that feel emotionally real and sometimes a little haunting. Whether it’s a supernatural thriller or a story about inner demons, I’m always striving to explore human nature and the things that compel us.

Filmmaking started out as a passion project, but over time, it’s become something much more serious for me. I’m eager to keep pushing myself creatively and take that next step in making film my full-time pursuit. It’s been a challenging but incredibly fulfilling journey so far, and I can’t wait to see where it leads next.

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Director Statement

I’m driven by a passion for telling stories that explore the darker, more complex sides of human nature. ’m excited to keep growing as a writer/director and share more of my work.