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Superstar

After a prolonged hiatus from the public eye following a tragic car accident, Frankie, a rising actress, prepares to give her first TV interview while trying to deal with her deteriorating, hallucinogenic psychosis.

  • Talha Hussaini
    Director
    Plus 1
  • Jacob Heimlich
    Director
  • Talha Hussaini
    Writer
    Plus 1
  • Jacob Heimlich
    Writer
  • Parco Richardson
    Producer
    Plus 1, Toro De Oro
  • Julianna Oommen
    Producer
  • Julianna Oommen
    Key Cast
    Plus 1
  • Reinaldo Jackson
    Key Cast
  • Victor Richard
    Key Cast
  • Steff Espinoza
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    24 minutes 18 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 19, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    45,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Arri Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1.85, 2.39
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Talha Hussaini, Jacob Heimlich

Talha Hussaini has been directing films since 2014. His last film “Plus 1” was completed in 2021, and was selected to play at the Montreal Independent Film Festival and 10th ARFF Paris International Awards. Plus 1 won Best Actress at the Indie Film Fest. Since the debut of Plus 1, Talha has been working on completing his newest short film, Superstar, with Jacob Heimlich. Talha is currently working in the commercial industry in Phoenix, Arizona and San Luis Obispo, and plans to continue his collaboration with Jacob Heimlich on future films and projects. With his unique vision and skill as a director and writer, Talha is making his mark in the film industry.

Jacob Heimlich is a filmmaker with a passion for creating stories that challenge and inspire. After years of studying Theatre and directing stage plays, Jacob finally fulfilled his goal of becoming a filmmaker with the release of his short film 'Superstar' which he co-wrote and co-directed with Talha Hussaini. Jacob’s love for genre filmmaking shines through in his work, and he is eager to create more projects that push the boundaries of storytelling. Jacob is a dedicated filmmaker who is always seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow as a director. His passion for filmmaking, love for cinema and commitment to his craft make him an exciting filmmaker to watch in the years to come.

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Director Statement

"Superstar" is a film born out of a desire to explore the complex interaction between mental health, fame, and trauma. We wanted to create a film that offers a unique and compelling perspective on the pressures of success and the cost of fame. We also wanted to make a visually mesmerizing film that includes elements of surrealism. This film will appeal to audiences interested in innovative filmmaking, which features a splash of atmospheric horror but primarily focuses on a character-driven story with something more profound to say. We also hope this film will start a conversation about mental health and the struggle to navigate the complex world of fame and success.