The Best In Science Fiction and Fantasy Short Films, Web Series, and Othe Closely-Related Media
In the near-future of the sci-fi short SKYWATCH, a global network of high-tech aerial drones deliver almost any consumer and physical good to every residence. Two bored teenagers hack one of the drones to prank their neighbors. But when their hack causes one of the drones to malfunction, the teens discover the drones contain a surprising - and terrifying - secret.
Read MoreAs we put finally put the tumultuous year that was 2020 behind us, take a final look back at 16 of the best SFF short films and web series covered on The 7th Matrix.
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Read MoreIn the year 2037, a smartphone app allows users to record, store, and relive emotions and memories from pivotal moments in their lives. In a small, rural town, an immigrant courageously shares her experiences stored in the app with her hostile neighbors, trusting in the power of human empathy to overcome the bigotry and hate directed towards her. This captivating and hopeful short film is set to the beautiful music of composer Antonin Dvorak.
Read MoreIn the forthcoming, sci-fi short ‘GUARDIAN,’ an advanced A.I. in control of a space station equipped with nuclear weapons malfunctions and threatens to begin a war which will destroy humanity. Only its creator and a station maintenance technician have any hope of stopping it.
Read MoreThis sci-fi homage to 1940s film noir tells the story of an intrepid and dedicated journalist seeking to expose a corrupt politician. Instead, what she uncovers is a conspiracy with dire implications for the entire world.
Read MoreSci-fi short The Speed of Time is the gleefully irreverent and zany satire of the most iconic action films of the 80s and 90s. Starring WWE star John Hannigan.
Read MoreExperience the woman-centric, coming-of-age short introducing a new superhero world and protagonist! Jess is a superpowered teen girl trying to lead a normal life while coping with an absentee mother. However, there is one huge challenge she faces: being raised by a criminally-inclined aunt who wants to exploit Jess’ powers for her illegal schemes.
KINETIC is the stunning and intriguing short film that is proof-of-concept for a new major motion picture.
Read MoreIn the Chilean sci-fi short ASYMPTOMATIC (ASINTOMÁTICO), a man from the future travels back in time to our present with a disturbing messge: the COVID-19 pandemic leads to another devastating global crisis. Now, this time traveler is on a mission to stop the fateful event which leads to his dire future.
Read MoreThe earth has been decimated by an alien attack. The only survivor is a sophisticated A.I. intent on revenge. CHRYSALIS is an epic sci-fi audio drama featuring cutting-edge sound effects and the voice talents of a pantheon of celebrated actors including: Corey Hawkins (Straight Outta Compton, 24: Legacy), Toni Collette (Hereditary, Knives Out), Matt Wolf (The Royals, Missing Link), Lance Reddick (John Wick Series, Fringe), and Haley Joel Osment (What We Do In The Dark, The Boys).
Read MoreESTATE is the short film adapted from the story by acclaimed author China Miéville. A modern fable, the short chronicles the lives of the citizens of an inner-city, U.K. estate who take out their frustrations on the local wildlife. But the animal kingdom - weary of the abuses of humanity - begins to fight back.
Read MoreSci-fi short film INVASION by Pete Majarich is a stunning and affecting alien visitation story told from a unique perspective. This remarkable short was shot entirely on an iPhone 8!
Read MoreThe sci-fi short film Crossover Point is not only a gripping story about the discovery of a parallel earth, it is also one of the rare scripted dramas produced and shot during the pandemic lockdown.
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