Sci-Fi Short Film "Falling Lights" | DUST | Online Premiere

A grumpy old man’s quiet life is disrupted when a bright light crashes in his yard, revealing an alien baby—forcing him to confront his loneliness and decide whether to care for it or turn away.

"Falling Lights" by Nicolas Habermann

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An elderly man, known for his grumpy and reclusive nature, lives a quiet, isolated life in a small, rural town. His days are routine, marked by solitude and a deep-seated loneliness that he stubbornly refuses to acknowledge.

One evening, his monotonous existence is abruptly interrupted when a mysterious bright light streaks across the sky and crashes into his backyard. Investigating the source of the disturbance, he discovers an alien baby nestled within the wreckage. The sight of the helpless, otherworldly infant initially terrifies him, shaking the very foundation of his orderly world.

Despite his initial inclination to ignore the strange being, the man's sense of responsibility and curiosity begin to take hold. As he struggles with his decision, he finds himself inexplicably drawn to the alien child, who needs care and protection. This unexpected encounter forces the old man to confront the deep loneliness that has defined his life for so long.

In the end, the old man realizes that this alien baby, so different yet so vulnerable, has given him a second chance at life. He decides to care for the child, opening his heart to the possibility of love and companionship once more. Through this extraordinary encounter, the man finds the courage to break free from his past and step into a future filled with hope and newfound connection.

"Falling Lights" Credits:
Nicolas Habermann
Mathias Habermann Sr. (Lead Actor)
Matthias Habermann Jr.
Eveline Habermann
Kristin Habermann
Volkmar Gebhardt
Jolanta Ochmann
Sonja Welzig
Dane Scott

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