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Malibu Soda

Country: United States, Language: English, 23 mins

  • Director: Lucas Arruda
  • Writer: Lucas Arruda
  • Producer: Lucas Arruda, DeeDee Schindelwig

CGiii Comment

How to stretch out a slim story to the point of tedium...crammed full of waffle.


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The(ir) Blurb...

Malibu Soda, a college thesis film, presents a story about a gay young man, Taylor, who struggles to find beauty in himself. He distracts himself from acknowledging his body by mimicking personalities and people he deems "perfect". One person in particular who draws his attention is a pop star, REVE. While her life and persona appear truthful, fascinating, and superior on the screen, the public is just watching fabricated and manufactured moments created by the powers above.

Cast & Characters

Xander Toti (as Taylor)
Courtney Brooks (as Reve)
Sarah Stryker (as Lilah)
Raheem KD. Lee (as Evan)
Christopher Gregoire (as Interviewer)
Roza Lay (as Performer)
Carol Rowe (as Silver Hand, Extra)
Lucas Arruda (as Silver Hand, Extra)