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Overclocking

A hero awakens in a mining farm powered by human brains, with no memory of who he is or how he got there. Under pressure from aggressive orderlies trying to administer a mysterious injection, he discovers superhuman reflexes and intellect, allowing him to overcome his adversaries and escape to freedom.

  • Alexander Vikulov
    Director
  • Alexander Vikulov
    Writer
  • Alexander Vikulov
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Action, Sci-fi, Cyberpunk
  • Runtime:
    7 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    July 14, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Russian Federation
  • Country of Filming:
    Russian Federation
  • Language:
    English, Russian
  • Shooting Format:
    RED Digital cameras
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - HSE / ARKA FILM SCHOOL
  • "Koroche" short film festival
    Kaliningrad
    Russian Federation
    August 17, 2023
    Russian Federation Premiere
    Sci-Fi programm selection.
Director Biography - Alexander Vikulov

Alexander Vikulov entered the film world with a distinctive background in information technology, providing him with a unique perspective on storytelling. His educational journey includes studying at the Higher School of Economics (HSE) and the ARKA Film School, where Alexander deepened his understanding of the language of cinema.

His debut short film, "Overclocking," which also serves as his diploma project, showcases his ability to craft captivating narratives and express his own vision. The film was entirely self-financed and produced with the help of a dedicated team of students, demonstrating great enthusiasm and belief in the project.

"Overclocking" is not just an individual work but also an introduction to a larger TV series script that Alexander is developing.

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