Packages

Packages is the debut project from first-time writer / director Nick Barat. Described as a “nightmare comedy” and “Franz Kafka with an Amazon Prime account,” this short film is the latest creative evolution for Nick, who has spent two decades in culture as a DJ and producer, graphic designer, co-founder of Fool’s Gold Records and editor at The FADER Magazine. “With my background, it would have been obvious to start with a film about ‘music,’ but Packages is still very much my sensibility, my rhythm and the way I see the world. It’s an exploration of dream logic and visual storytelling – stylized, surreal and satirical, mashing up genres while cracking some jokes in the process.” Packages is currently submitting to film festivals for a premier in 2026.

Comedy
Horror
Science Fiction

Top billed cast

Benjamin Anthony AndersonSean
Marinda AndersonThe Judge
Elle AnhornAshley
Nicole AsavaThe Receptionist
BoogaveliBodega Cashier
Tim GirrbachIntercom
Zachary HeCommercial Kid
Fatboi SharifBodega Grill

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