In NORTHBOUND The Sci-Fi Web Series - One Man Protects A Precious Cargo Post-Apocalypse

Co-Produced by entertainment site Geek Nation and production company Lullskull Ltd., NORTHBOUND season one is a six-part sci-fi web series about a Man (Nate Alwine) struggling to survive and protect his precious cargo after a global cataclysm.

Set during the first year after the mysterious cataclysm, the Man uses his military and survival skills to battle the elements, dwindling resources and disease in his quest to find sanctuary in a devastated world.

However, the greatest danger he must face is other men, men who may hold the answer to the mysterious catastrophe that has befallen the world.

Watch the official NORTHBOUND season one trailer here ...

Opening during the winter, the series was gorgeously shot entirely in the breathtaking Upper Peninsula region of the state of Michigan.

The forests, mountains, and valleys possess a grandeur and intimidating beauty that gives the series an undeniable verisimilitude.  In fact, the woodland setting itself is a vital character in NORTHBOUND. 

Besides the fantastic cinematography, among the other series hallmarks is its lead, Nate Alwine.

Alwine gives a superb performance as the Man. Without the benefit of much dialogue, he conveys a gamut of emotions including desperation, devotion, and fierce determination.

Alwine also has the imposing physicality one would expect from someone with extensive military training.

These factors combined make Alwine mesmerizing to watch on screen.

Writers/producers Seth and Nathan Anderson have created a compelling post-apocalyptic narrative that is, at its core, a classic man vs nature, man vs man saga.

You may watch all episodes of NORTHBOUND exclusively on the Geek Nation website: www.geeknation.com/northbound.

Fortunately,  production on episodes for season two of NORTHBOUND is scheduled to begin in the fall.

In fact, a teaser for season two has already been released ...

NORTHBOUND deftly follows in the tradition of acclaimed, more introspective post-apocalyptic dramas such as Cormac McCarthy's The Road.  

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The Silent City - A Unique Post-Apocalyptic Web Series

 "Only take what you can carry. Only kill what you can eat. Don't make bonds you can't break. Never ask why. Never look back." - Nameless

 Those haunting words open the intriguing post-apocalyptic web series The Silent City.

Set in an unspecified future,  the earth has been decimated by a mysterious calamity.  Wandering the decaying carcass of New York City is an enigmatic stranger we only know as "Nameless." 

Nameless' sole goal is to survive and keep moving. His plans are suddenly interrupted when he rescues a beautiful young woman.

Soon he and his new companion, Otsu, must evade the hidden, terrifying dangers of a world gone insane. 

Created by filmmaker Rubidium Wu, The Silent City was shot in actual abandoned, forgotten spaces in New York City. 

Mr. Wu conceived the series when the avenues of New York were evacuated during Hurricane Irene in August of 2011.  Witnessing "the city that never sleeps" transformed into a ghost town made an indelible impression on the accomplished filmmaker. 

The result is one of the most exquisite, visually arresting web series I've ever seen. 

Comprised of five 4-6 minute episodes, the project was shot in 1080p HD using a monochromatic pallet. The cinematography makes the stark landscape itself a character in the series.  

The musical score is another hallmark with dynamic arrangements that give the project an urgent, almost ethereal feel. 

However, the highlight of the series is Eric Stafford as Nameless.  Mr. Stafford imbues his character with a weary dignity as he struggles to survive in desolation. He is mesmerizing to watch.

Kettie Jean portrays Otsu with courage and intelligence. It's her determination to venture out on a journey of discovery that convinces the reluctant Nameless to follow. 

The Silent City is quite an achievement and gets my highest recommendation. 

Watch the series trailer below to get a preview of this fascinating new vision of the future: 

Listen to our EYE ON SCI-FI podcast episode featuring THE SILENT CITY!

To view the complete web series, visit its official YouTube channel.

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Tether: A Sci Fi Web Series Pilot You Need To See

Tether is a pilot for a science fiction web series that, quite frankly, deserves to be made.  

Created by Sam Gorski, David Lovett, and Niko Pueringer of Corridor Digital,  Tether drops you into a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been decimated by a viral pandemic.

Suddenly,  strange cables a.k.a. "tethers" drop from the sky to the earth.  Where are they from, and their significance,  are shrouded in mystery. 

The Corridor Digital team have produced a teaser video and pilot episode which effectively draws you into this intriguing new world with gorgeous cinematography (watch the videos in HD if at all possible!), solid performances by the cast, and stunning visual effects: 

The creators have stated if viewer interest is high enough, they would consider turning to Kickstarter to raise funds for future episodes:

Based on the quality of the  teaser and pilot, plus the fact both videos together have garnered over 4 million views on YouTube - I think the interest is definitely there.

Tether shows much promise, so If you enjoyed what you've seen, please let the production team know by providing them feedback via their: 

• Facebook page
• Twitter account @CorridorDigital 

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RESIDENZ - The Sci Fi Web Series YOU Control

Remember the Choose Your Own Adventure  line of children's books from the '80s and  '90s?

You take on the role of the book's protagonist. During certain key plot beats,  you are offered a choice of actions to take, which determine how the story unfolds.

Those books were very popular because of the sense of interactivity they fostered in readers.

Well, this concept has been brought forward into the 21st century by the imaginative sci fi web series Residenz.

Residenz is set years after an unspecified apocalypse has caused humanity to move below ground. Life above ground has been forgotten.

Humans now dwell  in a mysterious, advanced mega-city known as the Anthill. Within this dystopian metropolis, all the citizenry are connected to a powerful artificial intelligence known as Sequence 1. 

Sequence 1 controls all the vital systems of the Anthill including data storage/retrieval, communications,  and life support.  Many people now spend most of their time immersed in sophisticated, virtual reality games. 

As the series opens,  a perplexing wave of system malfunctions and black outs indicate something is going wrong with Sequence 1. 

Residenz is an ambitious project by Red Harvest Pictures, a Vancouver Canada production company.  The first episode was released late in Apri 2013, and shows much promise.

Having viewed the premiere installment, I can say the production values are exceptional.

 The visual effects for Sequence 1 and its virtual interfaces are dazzling, very reminiscent of the effects in the 2002 Steven Spielberg scifi thriller Minority Report.

As for the interactive nature of the series, the producers apparently have filmed numerous alternate scenes which determine the flow of the narrative.  

At the end of each episode, you are given a choice of options for the cast to take.

 Each action will have a corresponding video. You decide which video to watch to continue the story.

It will be very interesting to see how viewers respond to this experiment in interactive viewing.  If the interactive component is executed well, Residenz could become a pioneer in a new form of online entertainment. 

As of this writing, only the premiere episode has been "unlocked."  You may view it below: 

Residenz is off to an impressive start.  I think it will be journey worth taking to see how this innovative series develops. 

For more information on the series, please visit its official web site:  Residenz.Tv

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HPlus The Digital Series - An Apocalypse By Design

What if there was a technology created that would allow you to access the internet and all its capabilities with just your mind? 

You could replace your smarthphone, desktop, laptop, and tablet for an implant the size of a nanite inserted into the base of your skull.

This implant connects directly to your nervous system, allowing you to access the internet wirelessly.  With the blink of an eye and the gesture of a finger, the web would available to you 24-7.

It would seem like a digital paradise - until something goes terribly wrong.  Someone or something has switched off the implants - and 33% of the world's population dies.

An apocalypse by design. 

The mystery behind who or what is responsible for this global catastrophe is the central premise of the web series HPlus, from Warner Brothers Studios and executive producer Bryan Singer (The Usual Suspects, X-Men). 

What makes the conceit of HPlus so compelling is how eerily prophetic is seems to be.  

Each day we are witnessing the creation of connective technologies which are becoming smaller, yet  increasingly more powerful. The Google Glass project is a haunting example of how close we are to the near future as portrayed by HPlus.

The idea that one say soon, we won't need any external hardware to become connected to the internet is really not that far-fetched anymore.

HPlus is an achievement in web series storytelling. The production values are on par with those of a major motion picture. The plot is filled with intrigue, mystery, action, and globe-trotting adventure. It poses deep questions about our relationship to, and dependence on, technology - all while avoiding sermonizing.

Watch all 48 episodes of HPlus exclusively on YouTube.  

Below is the official trailer:

Here is the pilot episode:

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