Advantageous

A quiet, melancholic sci-fi short that feels like a Black Mirror episode, exploring identity and sacrifice with emotional depth.

Directed by

Jennifer Phang

Genres

Science fiction

Starring

Jacqueline Kim, James Urbaniak, Freya Adams

Overview

Gwen is the spokesperson for a radical technology that allows people to overcome their natural disadvantages and begin life anew. But when her job and family are in crisis, will she undergo the procedure herself?

How it feels

Melancholic, tense, dark and earnest. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Identity, family, class, technology

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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