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White Noise

On a stormy night, two friends uncover a mysterious radio that distorts reality, plunging them into a tense battle with fear, paranoia, and the unknown.

  • Zanol Simmons
    Director
  • Zanol Simmons
    Writer
  • Zanol Simmons
    Producer
  • Zachary Corbin
    Director of Photography
  • Beck Cole
    Camera Operator
  • Beck Cole
    Editor
  • Noah Collins
    Original Score
  • Madeline Monaghan
    Key Cast
    "Mia"
  • Micah Mansfield
    Key Cast
    "Dylan"
  • Jordan Miller
    Key Cast
    "Sam"
  • Zachary Corbin
    1st Assistant Director
  • Brantley Cooper
    Assistant Camera
  • Brantley Cooper
    Script Supervisor
  • Joseph Machosky
    Gaffer
  • Jomo Sadler
    Key Grip
  • Joseph Machosky
    Sound Mixer
  • Joshua Boyd
    Boom Operator
  • Hope Williams
    Hair and Makeup
  • Darien Pankratz
    Weapon Handlers
  • Noah Collins
    Weapon Handlers
  • Adolfo Lora
    PA/Swing
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Horror, suspense, scifi
  • Runtime:
    6 minutes 7 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 9, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    200 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Belmont Univeristy
Director Biography - Zanol Simmons

Zanol Simmons is a current Junior at Belmont University pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Motion Pictures. Based in East Nashville, Zanol is a passionate student filmmaker with a strong interest in screenwriting, special/visual effects, and collaborative storytelling.
He has gained hands-on experience in various production roles, including Assistant Camera, Key Grip, Props Master, and Weapons Handler, and he has contributed to numerous senior film projects. With expertise in industry-standard tools like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Avid, Zanol combines technical proficiency with creative vision.
Through experiences such as a New Zealand study abroad program focused on collaborative screenwriting and work on corporate video productions, he continues to refine his skills. Dedicated to creating impactful and imaginative stories, Zanol is excited to explore new challenges in the world of filmmaking.

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Director Statement

This story is about the limits of trust and human connection/ understanding. It forces us to question whether the real monsters come from the darkness within us.
The storm mirrors the characters' inner turmoil. Mia, Sam, and Dylan are not just reacting to an otherworldly phenomenon; they’re confronting their own fears. The radio becomes an artifact of both dread and revelation, speaking out to the unknown and the inevitable truths we try to avoid.
Visually, I envisioned a moody and noir atmosphere, with dim, flickering lights and the constant storm winds reinforcing the tension. The use of shadows will play a significant role in underscoring the characters’ psychological states.
Thematically, the film explores agency and fate. Do we control our fate, or is it already written? This question lies at the core of Mia’s journey as she transitions from distrust to regret.
“White Noise” is more than a supernatural thriller; it’s a meditation on human vulnerability. It’s about the stories we tell ourselves to feel in control and what happens when those stories unravel.