NON-COMPLIANCE
Director: Mol Smith
FILM SYNOPSIS
Written, directed, and produced by Mol Smith through Onview Films, Non-Compliance is a low-budget, gritty indie short film that explores themes of rebellion, societal control, and psychological defiance. The story centers on a protagonist who refuses to yield to oppressive external rules or rigid authority, triggering a intense, escalating power struggle where every choice carries severe consequences. Shot with Smith's signature minimalist, guerrilla-style aesthetic, the short relies on claustrophobic framing and tense, raw dialogue to deliver a dark, cautionary narrative about individual agency and the heavy price of standing against systemic control.
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.