''Ninety Seconds'' is an Irish science fiction
neo-noir
Neo-noir is a revival of film noir, a genre that had originally flourished during the post-World War II era in the United Statesroughly from 1940 to 1960. The French term, ''film noir'', translates literally to English as "black film", indicating ...
short film directed by Gerard Lough and starring Andrew Norry, Michael Parle, Claire Blennerhassett and
Emma Eliza Regan
Emma Eliza Regan (born 4 December 1992) is an Irish actress who has appeared in Irish feature films ''The Fading Light'' (2009), ''Love Eternal'' (2013), ''Darkness on the Edge Of Town'' (2014), and '' Penance'' 2018, and on television in ''Ais ...
. It premiered at the ''Underground Cinema Film Festival'' in Dublin on 9 August 2012.
Synopsis
The film is set in the near future where surveillance experts known as "Techs" take on morally dubious assignments for wealthy clients. Mark and his new assistant Ralfi are the best in their field. They quickly sense something is out of place when they are hired by shifty businessman Philips for an unusual assignment that will lead them into a world of paranoia, intrigue and revenge.
Critical reception and release
''Geeks of Doom'' reviewed the film, stating that they were "instantly intrigued by its darkness shot through with cool music, nifty graphics, and well-placed blindingly bright lights." ''
The Irish Examiner
The ''Irish Examiner'', formerly ''The Cork Examiner'' and then ''The Examiner'', is an Irish national daily newspaper which primarily circulates in the Munster region surrounding its base in Cork, though it is available throughout the country.
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'' also reviewed the short, citing its "superb soundtrack" as a highlight.
After screenings at several film festivals, the film was released online on 11 February 2013.
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Cyberpunk films
Irish short films
2012 films
Irish science fiction films
2012 short films
2010s English-language films