MENTIS EXCESSUS

In a near-future society where memories can be digitally extracted and traded, a reclusive data archivist stumbles upon a fragmented memory that hints at a vast conspiracy. As he delves deeper, he finds himself hunted by powerful entities who will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried. The archivist must race against time to piece together the truth before his own memories, and his life, are erased.

Mentis Excessus received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious concept and visual style but often finding the plot convoluted. Audiences were generally more engaged by the thrilling premise and suspenseful narrative.

• Praised for its innovative sci-fi premise and intriguing mystery.

• Criticized for a plot that occasionally becomes too complex and hard to follow.

• Applauded for strong performances, particularly from the lead actor.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's thought-provoking themes on memory and identity, finding it a compelling and suspenseful watch, though some wished for a clearer narrative resolution.

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Saturn Awards.

The distinctive visual aesthetic of the 'memory extraction' scenes was inspired by early 20th-century surrealist art and the visual glitches found in corrupted digital files.