The film locates itself in a reality we are all too familiar with, and then ties it with a bizarre premise. The beauty of this union, however, is the seamless manner in which the real and the ridiculous meet, leaving the viewer with the question — is it truly that bizarre to begin with? 

With the Covid-19 pandemic, also came the deluge of fake news of all kinds, gripping the world in a grasp sometimes tighter than of the virus itself. The film introduces us to one such instance where Tony, the protagonist, decides to choose a…fairly untraditional method, to say the least, to safeguard himself against an unnamed virus. 

As the events are realized on screen, the film offers a lighthearted take, though not without its suggestion of darkness, on self-medication, conspiracy theories and the effects of misinformation masquerading as facts, ensuring that their consumers end up incorporating the most absurd claims into their daily lives. The narrative does not waste a single beat, and employs each moment judiciously to bring the story to life. With a fun subversion of the words in its title, ‘Herd Immunity’ becomes an entertaining, intelligent ride marked by humor and ease of storytelling.

Herd Immunity  | Short Film of the Month

A group of men have decided to shun society, and now live in a world far away, in a nondescript corner of wilderness, with a man’s steady, unwavering voice reminding them of all the evils that await them outside. They prepare to wage a battle against all of these imagined, overpowering agents and forces of chaos, while continuing to lead this singular existence. The film presents a reality that establishes a powerful premise, uniting it with equally disconcerting images. It offers a strong beginning, with a suggestion of the middle it has the potential of leading to. After constructing its realm in this manner, employing a beginning and a middle thus, perhaps a longer, detailed project exploring the end will further aid the storytelling, as well as present a more elaborate portrayal of the world for the viewer’s benefit.

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