Friend of the World

After a catastrophic global war, a young filmmaker awakens in the carnage and seeks refuge in the only other survivor: an eccentric, ideologically opposed figure of the United States military. Together, they brave the toxic landscape in search of safety - and answers.

91%

Behind the Scenes

Filming in Downtown San Diego, California

”Friend of the World is sure to elicit visceral responses from viewers. Highly recommended for patrons seeking a genre-defying post-apocalyptic tale, this is a worthy addition to speculative fiction library shelves.”

- Video Librarian Magazine

”Shot in black-and-white—with some effective use of clips from Diane’s film, showing her and her girlfriend in the dreamy, full-color hues of life before things fell apart—Friend of the World works to make the viewer feel as disoriented as Diane does, using some effective special effects to bring her nightmarish visions (or are they?) to life.”

- io9 blog by Gizmodo

”This is a film that would fit perfectly in late night showings, letting people discover it in long horror movie marathons. It feels like a film from the 80s, one forgotten by all but those who adore the world of weird, genre bending movies.”

- FILMHOUNDS Magazine

”Its crackling black-and-white images, acute body horror and existential conversations, maintain a captivating effect. This is how you take on a genre that has been done to death.”

- Tilt Magazine

Cast and Crew

In association with Gray Area Multimedia

Brian Patrick Butler

Writer, Director, producer, editor

Nick Young

GORE

Alexandra Slade

Diane

Ray Gallardo

Director of Photography