Homing Instinct
Synopsis
'Homing Instinct' evokes a world of shifting layers, juxtaposing neorealism with the vast metaphysical sweep of nature. The audience is invited into a poetic and powerful aesthetic experience to imagine an interconnectedness as a species of nature in our changing world. The story is set in the near future in a desperate moment of rising sea level. Two friends face a federal executive order to evacuate New York City and relocate within 30 days. The metaphorical question arises, "Are you a fish or a bird?" Raven, a psychologist studying the roots of extremism, and Paloma, a marine biologist at the Coney Island Aquarium, encounter a time traveler in different ways. Existential questions around government authority and the individual are explored using the language of dance to reimagine our relationship with nature.
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Barrett Doss
Paloma
Kineta Kunutu
Raven
Tara Violet Niami
Hunter
Sasha Mitchell
Sasha
Maba Ba
Tony
LaTonya Borsay
Mother
Jean Brassard
Interviewee
Carol Cadby
Carol
Claire Curtis-Ward
Robin
Yor-El Francis
Interviewee
David Horvilleur
Co-Worker
Gemma Schreier
Josephine
Andrew Richardson
Announcer
Linus Roache
President
Laila Robins
Loudella
Juliana Sass
Interviewee
Alex Sewald
Man
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lydia Dean Pilcher
- Screenplay & Story
- Dani McClain, Lydia Dean Pilcher
- Original Title
- Homing Instinct
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lydia Dean Pilcher
Dani McClain, Lydia Dean Pilcher
Department Leadership Roster
Dani McClain
Writer
Lydia Dean Pilcher
Writer
Lydia Dean Pilcher
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Homing Instinct.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Homing Instinct
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What is Homing Instinct about?
'Homing Instinct' evokes a world of shifting layers, juxtaposing neorealism with the vast metaphysical sweep of nature. The audience is invited into a poetic and powerful aesthetic experience to imagine an interconnectedness as a species of nature in our changing world. The story is set in the near future in a desperate moment of rising sea level. Two friends face a federal executive order to evacuate New York City and relocate within 30 days. The metaphorical question arises, "Are you a fish or a bird?" Raven, a psychologist studying the roots of extremism, and Paloma, a marine biologist at the Coney Island Aquarium, encounter a time traveler in different ways. Existential questions around government authority and the individual are explored using the language of dance to reimagine our relationship with nature.
Who directed Homing Instinct?
Homing Instinct was directed by Lydia Dean Pilcher.
Who stars in Homing Instinct?
The principal cast of Homing Instinct includes Barrett Doss, Kineta Kunutu, Tara Violet Niami, Sasha Mitchell, Maba Ba.
When was Homing Instinct released and how long is it?
Homing Instinct was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 28m.