A podcaster struggling with her sense of self and reality begins scrutinizing her family's dark secrets, resulting in her running for her life. Will curiosity kill the cat?
Looking for a story, Andi, a podcaster with a strong connection to dreams and premonitions, takes a DNA test, embarking upon an investigation of her mysterious family background. Andi lives with her mother Tabbi, who opposes Andi's search for family connection, in particular the father she never knew. Andi interviews Ixchel, a scientist whose research is in the field of human life extension. Ixchel offers Andi the opportunity to learn her biological age via blood test. When her blood is drawn, Andi passes out, channeling disturbing images of shattering glass, her computer on fire and her father calling her name. At Ixchel's house, Andi also meets Ixchelʼs eccentric twin sons and Ixchelʼs equally charismatic rockstar partner, whose music Andi is a big fan of. DNA testing reveals to Andi that Ixchel is her paternal half-sister. Ixchel confirms this with peer review. Tensions between Andi and her mother Tabbi reach an all-time high. Andi moves out. Ixchel and Xoc-9, Mac and Mathurin welcome Andi to their breathtaking modern mid-century compound perched high above the city. Andi accepts their hospitality and soon discovers her new family harbors dark secrets and that her safety is in jeopardy. To sate her curiosity, Andi leaves a known family relationship to integrate new connections and heal self. Ultimately, she learns her place in her new-found family, but not without sacrifice.
Victoria directed the feature-length documentary Dr Megavolt: from Geek to Superhero, distributed by Film Buff/Gunpowder & Sky, which premiered at Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival in 2015. It won "Best Documentary" at City of Angels Women's Film Festival 2019 and "Best of the Festival" award at the 7th Annual Lady Filmmakers Festival 2015. She has participated in many group filmmaker projects including 140 (Newport Beach Film Festival 2010), Life in a Day (Sundance Film Festival 2011), One Day on Earth 10.10.10. & 11.11.11, which premiered at the General Assembly Hall at the United Nations in New York. Victoria’s past narrative short films include I Heard the Mermaids Singing, Short Film Corner Cannes 2008, official selection 17 international film festivals, 2 wins - Best Narrative Short, Great Lakes Independent Film Festival 2008; Silver Medal for Excellence, Park City Film Music Festival 2008 and Backstage, Short Film Corner, Cannes 2011. Apart from film, Victoria's first love was acting, improv and theater. Acting highlights include Crazy Bitches by Jane Clark, Ben Affleck’s Academy Award winning Argo and Angels Die Slowly filmed in post Katrina New Orleans. Australian born, Victoria's Aussie TV credits include Neighbours and Boys From the Bush. Victoria is a graduate of the University of Melbourne, where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in English and Film and received a writer’s grant from the Theatre Department.
Stowe Story Labs 2023 - Participant
NYX Horror Collective Fellowship 2023 - Finalist
Screenwriter - Victoria Charters
