Non-Present Time

In a dystopian future where emotions are suppressed, a lone archivist discovers fragments of forbidden historical records. Driven by a growing sense of unease, she embarks on a dangerous quest to uncover the truth about humanity's past, risking everything to reawaken a society that has forgotten how to feel. Her journey leads her to a clandestine group of rebels who believe that true freedom lies in reclaiming the lost spectrum of human emotion.

Non-Present Time garnered mixed reviews, with critics praising its ambitious concept and visual style but often finding its pacing uneven and its philosophical explorations somewhat underdeveloped. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its thought-provoking themes and others criticizing its bleak tone and complex narrative.

• Praised for its unique premise and striking visuals.

• Criticized for a slow pace and an overly convoluted plot.

• Some found the exploration of emotions profound, while others deemed it pretentious.

Google audience: Audiences found the film's core concept of emotional suppression intriguing but felt the execution fell short, with many noting that the story became difficult to follow. While some appreciated the film's attempt at philosophical depth, a significant portion of viewers found it to be too slow and ultimately unsatisfying.

Nominated for Best Production Design at the Indie Film Awards.

The film's distinctive minimalist aesthetic was inspired by Brutalist architecture and early 20th-century Soviet propaganda posters.