Animus
“A Dialectic in Five Illustrations”
Synopsis
In a dystopian near-future where animal species are on the brink of extinction, a violent sociopath is interviewed by an institutional psychologist after confessing to a brutal attack. In search of a motive, the psychologist realises he must sink his teeth into the one thing that his subject finds meaningful: an obsessive fascination with animal nature and evolution.
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ANIMUS — Private Screening Highlights | Randwick Ritz Cinema
Type: Clip • Published 2026-03-11
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Private Screening Premiere. Currently in Festival Circulation.
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$15K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jamie Murray
- Screenplay & Story
- Jamie Murray
- Original Title
- Animus
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Budget
- $15K
- Production Studios
- K29 Studios, 376 Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jamie Murray
Jamie Murray
Calum Stewart
Kaytee Elliott
Department Leadership Roster
Calum Stewart
Director of Photography
Kaytee Elliott
Producer
Jamie Murray
Director
Jamie Murray
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Animus
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What is Animus about?
In a dystopian near-future where animal species are on the brink of extinction, a violent sociopath is interviewed by an institutional psychologist after confessing to a brutal attack. In search of a motive, the psychologist realises he must sink his teeth into the one thing that his subject finds meaningful: an obsessive fascination with animal nature and evolution.
Who directed Animus?
Animus was directed by Jamie Murray.
Who stars in Animus?
The principal cast of Animus includes Fenn Leon, Chris Hardy, Carmina Soriano, Matthew Murray, Steve Sampson.
When was Animus released and how long is it?
Animus was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 24m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Animus?
Animus holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).