It’s rare for me to get excited about a locally made project. Only a handful seem to be worthwhile, and I think I’ve found the latest.
Enter Worm, the feature-length adaptation of the 2011 48-Hour Film Project winner for “Best Film,” from Untrademarked Productions. The film runs on the concept that the human race has collectively stopped dreaming, until a pharmaceutical miracle is provided to the public. The miracle is a special type of worm that is put in your ear so you can have quality dreams while you sleep. Charlie, the film’s protagonist, is a man-boy searching for friendship with his neighbors Reed and June. Finally, he decides to give into the hype of the dream-weaving “Fantasites.” Charlie, however, learns that the price of his dreams may just be more than the original bargain, and things quickly take a dark turn . . .
This film was a great deal of fun for everyone in the audience. Funny, weird and dark, just like a dream. It had amazing art and production design and included performances from some of the best talent Nashville has to offer, serving as further proof that Middle Tennessee is capable of making great motion pictures. There are one or two elements that felt insecure, leaving you wanting more. But the film is certainly satisfying, and much like a dream, you won’t want it to end.
To see the trailer and keep up with the film, check out untrademarkedproductions.com.
