A TORCH IN THE MACHINE, USA

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In a post-apocalyptic near-future, two women, trapped underground since their lives began, are thrown together after the unexpected destruction of their community’s bunker. When the world above begins to seep in through the cracks and air shafts, they realize this moment in time is perhaps their only opportunity to escape up and out into the great unknown of the outside world. Unfamiliar with the experiences of space, physical touch, autonomy, possibility, and freedom, the women embark on a journey of courage to push beyond the boundaries of concrete, captivity, and the status quo in search of a truth that lies beyond.  Raising questions about where humanity is headed and the consequences our planet is hurtling towards, A Torch in the Machine is a women-led project grappling with the unknowns of the future. 

 

Janessa Clark, Director

Rosalynde LeBlancKey,  Cast

Colleen Thomas, Key Cast

Wandering Camille,  Films Producer

Mary Trunk, Cinematographer

Janessa Clark, Assistant Camera Operator

Stephanie Liapis, Assistant Camera Operator

Janelle Little, Assistant Camera Operator

Anne Müller, Composer

Kathleen Kelley, Editor

Mary Trunk, Assistant Editor

Kathleen Kelley, Color Correction

Anne Müller, Sound Mixer

Andrea Zittel, Desert Wagon Station Encampment & Land Artist