Get ready for a darkly comedic collision of radio waves and doomsday prophecies when First Time Caller electrifies cable and digital VOD platforms this month. This critically acclaimed film, a co-directorial debut by J.D. Brynn and Abe Goldfarb, is based on the hit podcast “The Earth Moves.” It explores themes of power and the apocalypse with audacious wit.
Brent Ziff, the king of internet shock jocks, reigns over his airwaves with insults and biting insights. His carefully constructed world cracks open when a longtime listener calls in with a chilling message: the apocalypse is coming. As Brent grapples with this unsettling prophecy, brace yourself for the sparks to fly. Making him question everything he thought he knew about life.
Goldfarb and Brian Silliman reprise their podcast roles as Brent and his co-host Leo. The two deliver powerhouse performances amidst a stellar voice cast featuring Greg Proops, Ophira Eisenberg, and Ashlie Atkinson. Mac Rogers. The mastermind behind the original podcast adapted his creation to the screen, ensuring a seamless transition from audio to visual storytelling.
Behind the mic:
Following its world premiere at the Seattle Film Festival, where it scooped the Grand Jury Prize and awards for Best Actor (Goldfarb) and Best Director (Goldfarb & Brynn). The Brooklyn SciFi Film Festival awarded it Best Feature Film, and it served as the prestigious Opening Night Feature at the Bowery Film Festival.
Tune In:
Get ready to tune into First Time Caller on January 12th, 2024! Watch it on VOD platforms like Prime Video, Vudu, Vubiquity, Cox, and Comcast. First Time Caller promises to entertain, provoke, and leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about life and the universe.
