Project Vulcan
Rhett Lennox is mysteriously awakened early from cryo-sleep aboard a spacecraft, only to trigger an alarm while hacking a malfunctioning door, drawing an alien threat. Meanwhile, ruthless Weylan-Yutani executives exploit the alien for profit, until Gorman’s android assistant rebels after witnessing their greed. As survival and corporate ambition collide, chaos ensues in this gripping sci-fi thriller.
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Alexander ClementeDirector
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Alexander ClementeWriter
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Alexander ClementeProducer
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Alexander ClementeKey Cast"Rhett Lennox"
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Mitchell RitterKey Cast"Gorman Moore "
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Ryan UnwinKey Cast"Patrick the android"
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Charlie ChouSupporting Cast
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Christopher MaiSupporting Cast
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Jonathan ZamanisSupporting Cast
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Sarah SzczepaniakSupporting Cast
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallAssistant Director
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Leslie WakatsukiAssistant Director
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Alexander ClementeProduction Designer
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallDirector of Production
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Leslie WakatsukiDirector of Production
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Sarah SzczepaniakDirector of Production
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Alexander ClementeCinematographer
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Charlie ChouCinematographer
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallCinematographer
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Leslie WakatsukiCinematographer
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Charlie ChouSFX Co-ordinators
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallSFX Co-ordinators
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Leslie WakatsukiSFX Co-ordinators
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Sarah SzczepaniakSFX Co-ordinators
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallMakup Artist
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Sarah SzczepaniakMakup Artist
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Charlie ChouSet Dressers
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Ryan UnwinSet Dressers
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Leslie WakatsukiPuppeteers
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Ryan UnwinPuppeteers
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Andrew EowGaffers
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Charlie ChouGaffers
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Elizabeth Dobell-HallGaffers
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Leslie WakatsukiGaffers
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Ryan UnwinGaffers
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Sarah SzczepaniakGaffers
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Alexander ClementeSets, Props & Costumes
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Sarah SzczepaniakScenic Painting
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Michael ClementeConstruction & Fabrication Suppport
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Project Type:Short, Student
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Runtime:4 minutes 40 seconds
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Completion Date:October 28, 2024
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Production Budget:3,000 AUD
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Country of Origin:Australia
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Country of Filming:Australia
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Aspect Ratio:2.39:1
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:Yes - Royal Melbourne Institute of Tech
Project Vulcan is the result of a year long labor of love trying to capture and interpret the magic of the alien series. It is the culmination of bringing the worlds of film and design together to make a cohesive and compelling story set within the world of my favorite series. This short is just a glimpse into the alien universe, another hopeless tale of cooperate greed and sacrifice, amongst the unrelenting alien threat.
Taking on the role of director was an interesting challenge, as it meant coordinating shots and collaborating with a team to bring my vision to life. Throughout the process, I approached the project with the mindset of creating a polished 10-minute short film, even though I knew it would eventually be cut down. This perspective allowed me to keep the camera rolling longer, ensuring I captured the highest quality shots possible. By treating each scripted moment as though it were part of a much larger production, I was able to elevate the overall quality of the work.