I haVE NO TIME FOR YOUR NEGATIVE BULLSHIT (2020)
A workaholic businessman grapples with his loneliness and isolation amidst a recent breakup.
Runtime: 3 mins
Starring: David Cai, Katherine Vlamis & Claire Wong
Written, Directed, Shot & Edited by: Caden H. Hollander
*This project was filmed for CTPR 290 at USC’s School of Cinematic Arts, and was shot in compliance with all of USC’s Covid-19 filming protocols*
DIRECTOR'S STATEMENT
"I Have No Time For Your Negative Bullshit" was the first film that I made in USC's CTPR 290 class, and one of the first projects I worked on after the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic. Unable to leave my apartment, I tried to use items around me and my roommates as actors to tell a story that related to the zeitgeist of that time ... how we were all grappling with isolation and lack of social interaction in a virtual world.
One of my main goals and challenges with this piece was to tell a story about isolation without being too depressing and dour, but instead felt engaging in a way that allowed the audience to connect with the protagonist and his struggles.
I hope that you enjoy the film!
