The Art of Deception

Young artist's life takes a turn when he commits to forgery to make ends meet.

  • Ryan Oblong
    Director
  • Ryan Oblong
    Writer
  • Lillian Smith
    Producer
    WaxDolls
  • Nate Anderson
    Producer
  • Aiden Harbaum
    Key Cast
    "Nicky"
  • Emily Lamping
    Key Cast
    "Cleo"
  • Danny Martinez
    Key Cast
    "Rubin"
  • Sam Collins
    Director of Photography
  • Molly Rahtz
    Production Designer
  • Mohit Iengar
    Composer
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Crime, Drama, Neo-Noir, Art
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 46 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    January 7, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    400 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - College Conservatory of Music
Director Biography - Ryan Oblong

Ryan Oblong is a senior at the University of Cincinnati and has been involved with several student film productions. He has been interested in the filmmaking process from a young age and is eager to gain more experience with video production.

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Director Statement

In my debut film, "The Art of Deception," I explore a thrilling narrative set within the world of high art. The visuals and score pay homage to the gritty crime films of the 20th century that inspire me, notably those by directors Elaine May and Michael Mann. This film was made possible by the dedicated cast and crew that helped bring this project to life. My hope is for audiences to connect with the characters while immersing themselves in the fast-paced story.