Synopsis
Sent by a mysterious entity known as “The One,” alien emissaries Procyon and Capella must rescue a human-degraded Earth from destruction by forcing its rapid evolution. Their plan rests on two gifted orphaned children, a boy and a girl chosen to lead humanity into its next phase of evolution. But as a catastrophic Nibiru closes in, the mentors clash: Procyon demands Earth termination, while Capella fights to rewrite the children’s genetic code. Caught between extinction and evolution, the children are given a final choice: watch their planet burn, or unlock their new knowledge to save it.
Log line
Otherworldly entities must train volatile children to guide humanity to the next stage of evolution before a catastrophic event destroys Earth, but their methods differ, and time is running out.
- Best Sci-Fi Fantasy Film – Cathy SitaRam
- Best International Film – Semi-Finalist
- Best Foreign Film – First Contact Film Festival
- Best Visual FX – Charles Mawungwa
- Best Production Design – Rebecca Foster
- Best Costume Design – Rebecca Foster
- Best Child Actress – Semifinalist – Genesis Belgrove
Behind The Scenes
Writer/ director statement
Gods of the Universe began as a dream—a concept born from the subconscious that dictated our entire cinematic style. The final magic was forged in post-production, blending vivid visual effects with a powerful, distinctive score. Similar to “Star Wars”, this universe possesses infinite potential to grow into a massive, transformative saga.
With over six years in the making, the 20-minute sci-fi short Gods of the Universe: Rise of the Star Child is the result of an epic creative journey. The narrative follows two unpredictable children trapped in a surreal alien spacecraft, facing a catalyst that pushes them to their absolute limits. The alien figures, Procyon and Capella, originated as guides in my imagination, evolving into a creative family that inspired me to finish this film.
Though production required immense time and resources, the challenges acted as the precise headwind needed to make this project soar. This is just the beginning.
GOLD ADDY AWARDS
Best TV Campaign
Best of Television
Best 60 sec TV Spot, Best
Public Service TV, Best TV Program
SILVER ADDY AWARDS
Best 30-second TV Ad
Best 60 sec TV Spot
BEST DIRECTOR AWARD
“Stop The Bleeding”
Baltimore Women’s Film Festival
Cinematographer
Jason Riley is a Director of Photography who functions in both film and television. He had the good fortune in his junior years to learn from many of Trinidad’s industry stalwarts. With immersive work experiences at Miami Digital Film & Production, BBC White City Place, and Maine Media Workshops, Jason’s strength is in his ability to observe and draw from the world around him.
“The script of GOTU at first read showed to be a very complex and layered undertaking. After having met with the director, Cathy-Mae, the layers of GOTU were quickly peeled back for me. As the Director of Photography, embracing the exciting art of storytelling, my role in telling GOTU’s story was clear. Come up with a non-intrusive, classic way of framing this film, allowing this exciting story to take the lead.”
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