Cranked Up Films cranks up their 2024 engine with the North American VOD release of Reflect, the feature film debut of writer/director/star Dana Kippel. This sci-fi metaphysical thriller takes viewers on a mind-bending trip with a group of friends seeking self-improvement, only to be entangled in a bizarre game with hooded entities vying for their bodies. It promises a wild ride through Sedona’s stunning desert scenes and the depths of the human psyche.
Kippel leads the cast as Summer and stars alongside Grace Patterson, Jadelyn Breier, Marissa Patterson, Ariana Williams, and more. The film delves into themes of trauma, mental health, and female relationships, all within the framework of a reality-bending game show.
Unfulfilled by her current relationship, Summer embarks on a road trip with her gal pals to Sedona, seeking a spiritual awakening through a mysterious obstacle course. Little do they know, they’ve become pawns in a cosmic game orchestrated by enigmatic hooded figures.
As they navigate their inner worlds’ vibrant, surreal landscapes, their friends start disappearing one by one. The tension mounts and the question remains: who will unravel the secrets of this twisted game and claim victory in the ultimate Game of Life?
Reflect made its world premiere at the Chandler International Film Festival, followed by screenings at the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival, the Sydney Science Film Festival, and the ETHOS Film Awards International Film Festival. Don’t miss this genre-bending trip when it drops on VOD platforms next month! It will land on digital and VOD platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu on January 9, 2024.
