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Metropolis 04
8min, Digital Video
 An absurd remake of Fritz Lang's silent dystopia, following the ambassador to Iraq's difficulties accepting his daughter's liberal boyfriend. Written by Zach Horton. Directed by Zach Horton and Juan Riveroll.

  
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Stains
20min, Digital Video
An isolated and emotionally guarded young woman developes an obsession with doing laundry. Her lobster-obsessed ex-boyfriend sends her into a tailspin by announcing that he's returning for her. Produced at the American Film Institute. Written and Directed by Zach Horton.

  
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Swallow
22min, Digital Video
Jamie and Panky's marriage falls apart as his sexually-triggered hypochondria sends her to the family doctor for more than medical advice. Meanwhile, Jamie's only chance of a cure lies with the doctor's insane wife. Produced at the American Film Institute. Digital Video, 22 minutes. Written and Directed by Zach Horton.
  
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  Opelia's Girl
16min, Digital Video
In the 60's South, Maggie tries to escape her mother's elaborate conservative prison. Produced at the American Film Institute. Digital Video, 16 minutes. Directed by Zach Horton.		  

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Media Naranja
7min, 16mm color
A young couple attempt to define their relationship only to discover the labyrinthine nature of words and food. Written, directed, and photographed by Zach Horton.

  

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The Bench
6min, 16mm color
Three occupants of a park bench struggle to fairly partition their personal space. Combines simple film animation with live action. Written, directed, and edited by Zach Horton.

  
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First Step Again
9min, 16mm b/w
An inversion of Kafka's "Metamorphosis," First Step Again chronicles the journey of an insect-like man--alienated from his body, surroundings, and wife--through a dilapidated house that prevents him from taking responsibility for his humanity. 9 minutes, 16mm B/W. Written, directed, photographed, and edited by Zach Horton.

  
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Ghost
7min, 16mm color
Four strangers, with idiosyncratic backgrounds that suggest possible connections, meet for a brief moment of minor tragedy. Written, directed, photographed, and edited by Zach Horton.

  
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Additional Work
Zach Horton has completed countless hours of experimental, narrative, and documentary video and film work not highlighted on this site. Additionally, he dabbles in still photography.

 		  
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