PITH

With the birth of a new drug made from human souls, a recent addict is hunted while his brain breaks down.

  • Deni Roque
    Director
  • Deni Roque
    Writer
  • Aaron Spradling
    Writer
  • Erica Ayala
    Producer
  • Deni Roque
    Producer
  • Alykhan Gilani
    Producer
  • Will Marino
    Producer
  • Aaron Spradling
    Key Cast
    "Kyle Muller"
  • Alexandria Bustamante
    Key Cast
    "S. Marshall"
  • Deni Roque
    Editor
  • Erica Ayala
    Editor
  • Alykhan Gilani
    Director of Photography
  • Will Marino
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Sci-Fi
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 31 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 16, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    50 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, Panasonic EVA-1
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - The University of North Texas
  • Reel East Texas Film Festival
    Kilgore, Texas
    United States
    November 6, 2021
    Best University Science Fiction
Director Biography - Deni Roque

After studying Technical Theatre and working on multiple live productions for the Dallas College Richland Theatre Department, Deni Roque made the change upon his arrival at The University of North Texas to follow his true passion, filmmaking.

Using this background in theatre, Deni pushes the boundaries of independent, guerilla-style filmmaking to make powerful, engaging stories.

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Director Statement

PITH.
The white center of citrus fruit.
The essence of something.

PITH was born out of the love for science fiction films that my brother, Aaron Spradling, and I have. Using the opportunity at The University of North Texas, we wanted to create something that was not just for a grade. We wanted to make something we could be all proud of. With a crew of four, a cast of two and only a budget of $50, we were able to bring this world alive and show a small glimpse into a much larger story still waiting to be told.

PITH explores the world under the pressure of a ground breaking discovery. That discovery is that of the soul being a tangible liquid. Like blood, it is able to be extracted. In a small vile, a persons entire self is stored. Their memories and dreams all floating inside. What doors would this open? What advancements can we make in understanding the human condition? And what are the consequences of the abuse of something so sacred?