The movie premiere was a peculiar event to say the least. A 6-hour surrealistic interpretation of the French poem “A slight headache” all shot in Super-8.
So, it wasn’t so strange that only four people showed up. Having the old cinema all by themselves, these eccentric individuals started talking.
They soon noticed that by some cosmic coincidence, all of them was wearing Nufferton. Did the lounge wear brand only attract brilliant minds like themselves?
Nobody objected to that theory. The movie was still an hour away so there was plenty of time to get acquainted with each other...
This independent movie maker and extreme cinema nerd booked his ticket six months in advance. During the long and painful wait for the premiere he occupied himself with making a series of own short films “Jeffrey waits Part 1-17”.
Sadly, this project did not lead to any form of fame or recognition. Much like most of his other work in the field. Or rather, all his other work in the field. But as a true enthusiast Jeffrey doesn ́t dwell on minor setbacks. After all, who can be in a bad mood on a premiere night like this?
As the misfit in an extremely wealthy family of concrete manufacturers, Berenice spends her time traveling around the globe visiting film festivals. To really rebel against the down to earth spirit of her family, she has chosen a life of art. The less mainstream the better.
So, it was no surprise that the premiere of “A slight headache” were right up her alley. And with a private jet to her disposal, she could arrive fashionably late.
A phone salesman who refused to join the digital era and still sells analog phones. His costumer base might be small but extremely loyal. Randolph can talk for hours of the benefits of the analog phone in an almost religious way.
The lack of distractions, the solid construction, the sensual experience only a dial finger plate can give. In fact, the only time he really shuts up is when watching obscure movies no one else has the patience to watch.
As a former opera diva of international proportions, Desdemona has the means to do whatever pleases her. Tired to death of high culture, she is turning her attention to the underground scene. The first step of her transformation was to get rid of the fur coats and slip into some chill lounge wear.
Since then, she lets the vibe of the day guide her. Going to fine dining in her stripes? Yes. Throw her invitation to a royal wedding in the trash in favor of a weird movie premiere? Double yes. Along with her new friends, Desdemona is not letting this night end without an afterparty of mythological proportions.
Being the only visitors at the premiere, the gang quickly realized they had access to a vast amount of pre-movie snacks and bubbly drinks. So why not try to get to know each other? However, there was a slight obstacle in the initial socializing between the moviegoers. Jeffreys beloved vintage game. When polite hints didn’t suffice, Berenice tried her usual solution. Brute force. Jeffrey soon forgot his game.
