Turn Off The Machines
Synopsis
Turn Off the Machines follows Ethan Hughes, a radical homesteader in mid-coast Maine who lives entirely without electricity, global supply chains, or modern technological comforts. Raised in Gloucester to working class parents, an early tragedy shattered a happy childhood and set him on a path of radical resistance. Living deliberately below the poverty line, Ethan's life is not a retreat but a protest against capitalism, war, and ecological collapse. The film explores his convictions, his family's daily rhythms, and the tensions that arise when belief meets the demands of life.
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 2026
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$20K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph El-Khoury, Muhammad Yusuf Khattak
- Original Title
- Turn Off The Machines
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Budget
- $20K
- Production Studios
- Lifeworld, Wolftale Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph El-Khoury, Muhammad Yusuf Khattak
Jack Ruefli
Department Leadership Roster
Joseph El-Khoury
Director
Muhammad Yusuf Khattak
Director
Jack Ruefli
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Turn Off The Machines.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Turn Off The Machines
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Turn Off The Machines about?
Turn Off the Machines follows Ethan Hughes, a radical homesteader in mid-coast Maine who lives entirely without electricity, global supply chains, or modern technological comforts. Raised in Gloucester to working class parents, an early tragedy shattered a happy childhood and set him on a path of radical resistance. Living deliberately below the poverty line, Ethan's life is not a retreat but a protest against capitalism, war, and ecological collapse. The film explores his convictions, his family's daily rhythms, and the tensions that arise when belief meets the demands of life.
Who directed Turn Off The Machines?
Turn Off The Machines was directed by Joseph El-Khoury, Muhammad Yusuf Khattak.
Who stars in Turn Off The Machines?
The principal cast of Turn Off The Machines includes Not specified.
When was Turn Off The Machines released and how long is it?
Turn Off The Machines was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 42m.