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Host

2012

A quiet, talky sci-fi chamber piece that leans on conversation and unease rather than spectacle.

Directed by
Chris R. Notarile
Genres
Science fiction, Drama
Starring
Andrew Roth, Dana Jesberger
Tagline
We are not ready
Overview
On the run from our government, an alien traveler seeks refuge in the home of a young New York woman. He came in peace, but will he ever be able to deliver his message? And more importantly, are we ready for it?

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Directed by
Chris R. Notarile
Genres
Science fiction, Drama
Starring
Andrew Roth, Dana Jesberger
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Tone
    Pacing
    measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
    Attention
    engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
    Themes
    • isolation
    • fate
    • freedom
    Places
    • big city
    • home
    Era
    contemporary
    Audience
    adult
    Form
    None
    Content intensity
    • Gore none
    • Language mild
    • Violence mild
    • Sex none
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    ScaleValue0 to 10
    Action3
    Horror3
    Humour2
    Realism5
    Romance2
    Tension5
    Darkness5
    Complexity5
    Emotional weight5

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    Details

    Genres
    science fiction, drama
    Directed by
    Chris R. Notarile
    Written by
    Chris R. Notarile
    Starring
    Andrew Roth, Dana Jesberger
    Country
    United States of America
    Languages
    English

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