Taking Stock 2017
In *Taking Stock (2017)*, acclaimed filmmaker Duncan Cowles turns the camera inward to explore the chaotic, often hilarious reality of being a freelancer stuck in creative limbo.
Director: Duncan Cowles
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taking Stock (2017) about?
This short film follows filmmaker Duncan Cowles as he reflects on his struggles with self-employment, using his failed attempts at creating profitable stock footage as a lens. Through humor and introspection, the documentary captures the absurdity and monotony of being trapped in your own head as a freelancer.
Who directed Taking Stock?
Taking Stock was directed by Duncan Cowles, who also stars in the film and serves as the central subject of this self-reflective comedy-documentary.
Who stars in Taking Stock?
The film stars Duncan Cowles as himself, serving as both filmmaker and the subject of this intimate, short-form documentary.
Is Taking Stock (2017) worth watching?
While *Taking Stock* is unrated on IMDb, its concise, sharp-witted approach to freelance struggles makes it a compelling watch for fans of indie comedies and documentaries. The film's blend of humor and vulnerability offers a relatable and thought-provoking experience in just five minutes.
How long is Taking Stock?
Taking Stock has a runtime of 5 minutes.
About Taking Stock (2017) — A 5-minute comedy-doc on freelance failure and creative absurdity
In *Taking Stock (2017)*, acclaimed filmmaker Duncan Cowles turns the camera inward to explore the chaotic, often hilarious reality of being a freelancer stuck in creative limbo. This five-minute comedy-documentary offers a wry, self-deprecating look at the struggles of self-employment, blending absurdity with raw honesty as Cowles dissects his own failed attempts at producing profitable stock footage. The short film captures the mundane yet surreal moments of introspection that define life as an out-of-work creative, where every small victory feels like a triumph against the silence of an empty inbox.
With its blend of sharp wit and unfiltered vulnerability, *Taking Stock (2017)* transforms the filmmaker's personal frustrations into universal humor. Cowles' deadpan delivery and the film's tight, punchy runtime create an intimate, almost confessional atmosphere—one that resonates with anyone who's ever stared blankly at a blank screen, wondering if their next idea will be the one to break through. It's a microcosm of modern creative frustration, distilled into five minutes of sharply observed comedy and documentary insight.