Runaround

When a birthday celebration takes an unexpected turn, two roommates must navigate a series of bizarre events that test their friendship and loyalty.

  • Raymond Martinez
    Director
  • Jack Justice
    Producer
  • Kyle Crist
    Key Cast
    "Murphy"
  • Joe Levy
    Key Cast
    "Tucker"
  • Brandon McLamb
    Key Cast
    "Wesley"
  • Anita Harkess
    Key Cast
    "Kathy"
  • Chris Lepanto
    Key Cast
    "Lenny"
  • Thomas Tierney IV
    Key Cast
    "Sergei"
  • Scott Woodbury
    Key Cast
    "Mr. Bergman"
  • Raymond Martinez
    Writer
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    20 minutes 21 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 31, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of New Mexico
  • Albuquerque Film & Music Experience
    Albuquerque
    United States
    September 25, 2024
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Raymond Martinez

Raymond Martinez, originally from Wichita, KS, found his creative footing in Albuquerque, NM, a place he now calls home. His passion for filmmaking began at 14 with a mini DV camera, inspired by dreams of working in the film industry one day. After moving to New Mexico, he returned to school at the University of New Mexico, graduating in May 2024 with a BFA in Film and Digital Media.
Returning to school also ignited Raymond's passion for cinematography, which he is now pursuing as a career. With a strong eye for visual storytelling and a desire to bring more stories to life, he is eager to continue exploring the joy of filmmaking.

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Director Statement

Runaround is my senior capstone project that I wrote, directed, DP'd, and edited. I don't mention that to be some egotistical, self-aggrandizing, vainglorious maniac, though I see where, even with that disclaimer, it likely still comes off as such. I say it because I loved making this film so much, and it means the world to me—flaws and all, because it represents the culmination of years of learning, working, struggling, passion, indifference, hope, doubt, rivalries, and friendships. But the real lesson that I learned through it all is that you can't take things too seriously. If you can't laugh at it, then it's not real—it's not being genuine to the flawed nature of humanity. Being able to laugh at yourself means having the ability to say I'm not perfect.
That’s what this film is about. It’s a comedy filled with goofy characters, and I know I’ve worn the mask of every one of them at some point in my life. Wearing all the hats to bring this ridiculous story to life was my chance to laugh at myself and the absurdity of it all. And I hope others can laugh at it, too.