Odd/Even: short science fiction film in full (video).
Let’s dive into Odd/Even, a short sci-fi flick that turns the snooze button into a lifestyle. Directed by Ya-Ting “Itchy” Yang, this film takes us to a future where people are either Team Odd-Year or Team Even-Year. Imagine hibernating for a whole year and missing every other season of your favorite show – the horror! The story follows Renée, an Odd Citizen, who decides that even-numbered years might just be her cup of tea. Why, you ask? To dodge a toxic relationship, of course. Because why deal with drama when you can just sleep for a year?
This film’s got a cast that brings the future to life in the most relatable way. Corrine Maes stars as Renée Kang, the lady who’s had enough of love’s labors and decides a year-long nap is the best solution. There’s also Nachbi Lacossiere, playing the not-so-charming Andre Wright, and Peter Larney as Ofelio Lavintong, because what’s a futuristic tale without some cool names?
The film crew, led by Stephanie Jones, Yaxing Lin, and Lilith Mo, crafts a world where skipping years is as easy as hitting the snooze button. Sydney Taylor’s cinematography captures this odd (or even) future in all its glory, while Courtney Wynn Cooper and Joe Metcalf’s production design makes you wonder if you’re still in Kansas.
And let’s talk about that smart trash can, Tracy, voiced by the director herself, Ya-Ting “Itchy” Yang. Who knew garbage disposal could be so endearing?
Music by Monika Mia sets the tone, while Adrian Traviezo’s VFX work makes you believe that yes, people can really hibernate for a year. Colorist Dalton Lu ensures that even in the future, everything looks Instagram-ready.
Don’t forget the voice talents like Gary Thompson, who introduces us to this snooze-fest, and Han Tan, Camila Papadopouo, Joon Cho, and Karolina Esqueda Rocha, making sure everyone gets the memo in their language.
In the end, Odd/Even is more than just a quirky sci-fi tale. It’s a story about avoiding your problems so efficiently, you literally sleep through them. It’s available for free on YouTube, so why not give it a watch? After all, what’s the worst that could happen? You fall asleep and miss a year?
