HUMAN
Director: Mol Smith
FILM SYNOPSIS
A film showing how the actions of one person can be deadly to another.
Written, directed, and produced by Mol Smith for Onview Films, Human is a low-budget, atmospheric indie short film that delves into the fragile nature of personal identity, existential isolation, and the raw complexities of interpersonal connections. Centered around a minimalist setup and intense emotional exchanges, the narrative follows a central figure forced to confront internal vulnerabilities, personal boundaries, and the raw, unvarnished aspects of human consciousness when faced with a pivotal moral or psychological dilemma. Utilizing Smith’s signature guerrilla-style filmmaking—characterized by tight framing, stark realism, and psychological tension—the short explores what it truly means to remain human in the face of emotional distress, detachment, and existential uncertainty.
DIRECTOR’S VISION
Mol Smith is a British author, independent filmmaker, and founder of Onview Films, whose artistic vision centers on exploring the dark, supernatural, and enigmatic sides of human nature through genre-bending storytelling. Driven by a commitment to grassroots, atmospheric filmmaking, his vision frequently fuses elements of fantasy, horror, gothic romance, and psychological suspense—often reinterpreting classic folklore, dark magic, and morality tales with a distinct indie sensibility. His notable accomplishments include writing, directing, and producing a prolific slate of indie feature films and shorts (such as Beauty with a Dark Heart, Blood Chess, Abduction, and Superstition), authoring several fiction novels and cartoon collections, and establishing platforms designed to make art and literature accessible to diverse audiences.