This episode of Timecode:NOLA brings together science fiction, psychological drama, stop-motion animation, dark comedy, and horror in a showcase of bold independent filmmaking. Featuring filmmaker interviews with Ameriga Catalanotto and R. Todd Campbell, the episode explores stories of revenge, redemption, surrealism, and zombies with the creativity that defines independent cinema.

Featured Films:

• The Sleepy and the Swiss (Owen Hornstein III & Charlie Lavoy) – A man awakens after ten years in cryogenic sleep to discover America has changed in the strangest way imaginable, where Swiss cheese has become a way of life.
• Undone (Trailer) (Aaron Rushin) – A preview of the psychological drama following a man on a desperate search for forgiveness.
• Mary (Ameriga Catalanotto) – After surviving a traumatic event, Mary must balance her search for love with a growing desire for revenge. Includes an interview with filmmaker Ameriga Catalanotto, who discusses the urban legend that inspired the film and the University of New Orleans Film Program.
• Cork Bouillabaisse (Thomas Little & Lisa van Wambeck) – A surreal blend of stop-motion animation and live action in which an ordinary meal leads to an extraordinary discovery.
• Farewell to Fenway (R. Todd Campbell) – A victim visits the person who abused him on the eve of his execution in a powerful story of justice, forgiveness, and closure. Includes an interview with filmmaker R. Todd Campbell.
• Zombie Holiday (Kevin Hughes) – Returning home for the holidays, a man discovers his entire family has become zombies… and they’re perfectly content with it.

Cold Open:

• The Meeting Place (Aaron Rushin)

Timecode was a television series dedicated to showcasing independent filmmakers, short films, documentaries, music videos, animation, and experimental work while giving creators a platform to discuss their process and projects. Our mission was simple: inspire people to make movies.

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