Synopsis

CAUGHT OUT THERE

Heartly and Malik are star-crossed singles who join a zodiac-based matchmaking service. Things get complicated when they discover extraterrestrials in the dating pool.

Caught Out There is a witty, riotous comedy that examines platonic love on Earth while asking: if aliens invited you to their world, would you go? Blending hood lore and stylish sci-fi, like Insecure meets Sorry to Bother You, this $25k microbudget, fresh Afrosurrealist vision is an instant classic.

Contributors

Aaron “Errand Boy” Hernandez, Director

Aaron “Errand Boy” Hernandez is a seasoned cinematographer and professional of the audio/visual industry. Born in Washington DC, his roots as a first-generation Salvadoran American nurture his unique art of sound, music and images. Aaron graduated from The New England Institute of Art with a degree in Audio Production before discovering his passion for cameras and visuals, capturing both still and motion pictures. After combining his favorite mediums, he has become a skilled filmmaker who has worked with many local organizations, artists, and brands names such as Pepsi and Under Armour. Aaron owns and operates his own studio in Rockville, Maryland.

Michael “Swiezo” Anderson, Director

Michael “Swiezo” Anderson, professionally known as Swiezo, is a vibrant talent who captivates audiences on stage and screen through acting, directing, and music performance. He has honed his craft with character portrayal and storytelling through theater and film, while also gaining fans as an energetic touring and recording artist. Swiezo also thrives in the role of a creative director, with a keen eye for detail and an innovative approach, he breathes life into projects, shaping narratives and pushing boundaries with his unique perspective.

Emmanuel “Eman The Cameraman” Gratzimi, Photographer/Editor/Sound

Emmanuel “Eman the Cameraman” Gratz is a videographer, sound recordist, photographer, and assistant editor who contributes his talents to film making, commercial production, media marketing, screenwriting, photography, sound, and directing. He joined Future History Labs while earning his Bachelor’s degree in Digital Communication from the University of Maryland and is the author of the When You Think No One Is Watching book series. His production style draws heavily from seamless realism with hints of fine art photography. When he’s not shooting or editing, Emmanuel enjoys spending time in nature, viewing art, writing, and creating concepts for future projects.

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Tahira Chloe Mahdi, Writer/Producer

Tahira Chloe Mahdi writes books, screenplays, blogs, and evaluation reports. She is a community psychologist who has also been a media personality, broadcasting school instructor, video vixen, and college professor. Getting her PhD was almost as cool as publishing her first book God Laughs Too: Incidents in the Life of a Black Chick, performing the intro on the first all-woman go-go rap song "A Pocketful of Dymes," and having an actor portray her in the documentary TMOTTGoGo Inside the Pocket. Tahira is currently writing a television series based on her sexy, thrilling second novel, This Is Not How It Was Supposed to Go. She is claimed by family and community in Baltimore City and in P.G. County, Maryland.

Christopher A. Brown, Writer/Creative Director

When he's not foiling the plans of evil doers or carrying out assassination plots for a hefty fee, Christopher Brown is a filmmaker, scriptwriter, freelance writer for numerous sites across the web, and illustrator. A true child of the 80's, Chris is heavily influenced by Optimus Prime, Panthro, Snake-Eyes, and any other cartoon badass out there.